All Chapters of THE LUNA REBIRTH: REVENGE UNDER THE MOON: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Sacrifice and Control"Iris!" said Aiden. Get out of it!"Iris stood in the middle of the clearing, her body shaking from the evil light burning from the mark on her wrist. The blood moon's energy overcame the wolves' instincts, causing them to howl and lunge at one another around her.Iris: (in a strained voice) "I can't... I can't contain myself. It's excessive."Lucian: "You must!" (snatching her shoulder) The entire pack will destroy itself if you lose control.She dropped to her knees, gripping her wrist as Lucian was knocked back by a wave of strength that swept outward. Wolves screamed and dispersed, their violence temporarily subdued until the mayhem returned."This is what happens when you put faith in the chosen one," said Caleb, addressing the wolves. Take a look around you; she poses a threat to everyone."You're not helping!" said Aiden, frowning at Caleb. Do something constructive if you're so worried.Caleb: "I am," he said smirking. Those who are still sensible are the

Unity in ChaosIris (startled awake): "Where am I? This isn't genuine, please.She was in a beautiful silver radiance, standing in a limitless emptiness. Caleb appeared beside her, confused, but soon snapped out of it.(Gesturing around) "Iris? What is this? One of your tricks?"Iris: "I don't know," she said harshly. It might be one of yours.An almost mystical resonance filled the room as a musical voice reverberated.Moon Goddess: "Not at all. I'm to blame.The Moon Goddess appeared in front of them, her presence luminous and powerful, and they both turned. The blood moon's brightness sparkled in her eyes."You stand at the precipice of ruin, and yet, you still bicker like children," said Moon Goddess tenderly.Caleb (with a little bow): "Goddess, if you’ve brought us here, then surely it is to show Iris that she must step aside."The interruption comes from Iris: "Or to show you that you’ve been wrong this entire time."Moon Goddess: "Enough," she said angrily. Look.An image of t

Recovery and RebuildingHovering over Iris, Aiden says, "Iris, wake up. I can't do this without you, please."The tiny glimmer of the mark on her wrist flickered in the dim moonlight, yet her skin was pale and her breathing was shallow. In the distance, wolves whispered, and the clearing was filled with the uneasy silence of a pack uncertain of its destiny.From behind, Caleb says: "You're squandering time. She's gone. Someone needs to step up for the pack.Aiden (whirling about): "Come on? Do you believe that gaining power is the goal here?Aiden's barely controlled anger contrasted sharply with Caleb's composed manner as he crossed his arms.Caleb: "Power isn't the issue. The goal is to survive. Aiden, look around. Damon's men are afraid and lack a leader, and they won't wait for us to resolve this."With a growl, Aiden says, "Iris is our leader."(sharply) Caleb: "Iris is not conscious. Before the entire pack collapses, someone must assume leadership.As wolves gathered, their face

Allies and EnemiesAs Iris stood at the edge of the clearing, the forest was eerily quiet, with only the gentle rustle of leaves to be heard. The mark on her wrist was no longer glowing, but the warning still weighed heavily on her chest. The faint sound of footfall caused her body to tense automatically as she turned."Who’s there?" asked Iris.A figure with purposeful, non-threatening gestures stepped out of the shadows. A lean, strong rogue wolf with dark, cunning eyes. His face was faintly scarred from innumerable battles, and his clothes were ripped."I didn't come to fight," said Rogue Wolf.With her heart racing, Iris's palm lingered close to the dagger fastened to her belt. She remained vigilant.Iris replied: "Then why are you here?"Calmly, Rogue Wolf: "The mark."The word lingered in the air like the edge of a blade. Iris's hand gripped her weapon's hilt more tightly."What about it?" asked Iris.Rogue Wolf: "I am aware of its significance. what it draws. and what's going t

Sacrifice and UnityAs he surged at Damon and stopped the lethal blow intended for Iris, Aiden's shout shattered the atmosphere. There was a thunderclap-like sound as their claws met, sending sparks flying across the battlefield.Snarling, Aiden says, "You won't touch her!"His muscles were stiff as he struggled against Damon's tremendous strength, and his body shook with effort.Damon (smirking): "Aiden, you won't be saved by protecting her. She's doomed already.Aiden became even more enraged at Damon's derisive tone. The older wolf snarled in frustration as he pressed his claws into Damon's arm, but Damon's grin remained fixed.Iris's body screamed in protest as she stumbled to her feet. Her wrist mark flickered wildly, its once-blinding brightness now dull and unpredictable. She forced herself to breathe through the discomfort by pressing her hand against her chest.Iris: "No," she says softly.Her voice was hardly audible above the commotion. Then she straightened, her fists cle