Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 211

The years slipped by in the quiet rhythm of mountain life, each season bringing its own challenges and lessons. Under Matthew's care, Elyra and Dain grew from wide-eyed children into self-assured teenagers. By the time Elyra was sixteen and Dain seventeen, their lives

revolved around the wilderness that surrounded Matthew's cabin.

Elyra's silver hair now cascaded down her back in shimmering waves, and her golden eyes sparkled with curiosity and determination. Dain, taller and more muscular, had grown into his fiery orange eyes, which seemed to burn with intensity whenever he was angry-or protective.

Matthew had taught them everything he knew about survival. They could set traps, track game, and navigate the dense forest better than anyone. Elyra had an intuitive connection to nature, often predicting shifts in the weather or sensing unseen wildlife. Dain excelled in the physical aspects, his strength and stamina seemingly boundless.

Yet, there were things Matthew couldn't explain.

before closing up completely, leaving no scar. Another time, Dain caught a heavy tree branch mid-fall,

there. Both could hear sounds Matthew couldn't-distant footsteps, whispers carried by the wind-and their senses seemed unnaturally sharp. Elyra would occasionally stop mid-sentence, her head tilting as

evening, as the three sat around the fire after dinner,

wonder... about yourselves?" he

his orange eyes narrowing. Elyra remained quiet, her fingers twisting

continued, "you've both got gifts. Abilities. You don't think

unspoken connection evident. "We're just... different," she

Matthew said, his tone firm but kind. "I've raised you both for ten years now, and

"We're fine.