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.

Elyra accidentally cut her palm while whittling, the wound bled profusely for only seconds before closing up completely, leaving no scar. Another time, Dain caught

whispers carried by the wind-and their senses seemed unnaturally sharp. Elyra would occasionally stop mid-sentence, her head tilting as if she was listening to something no one else

crisp autumn evening, as the three sat around the fire after

yourselves?" he asked,

orange eyes narrowing. Elyra remained quiet, her fingers twisting in the hem of

Matthew continued, "you've both got gifts.

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

explain everything," Matthew said, his tone firm but kind. "I've raised you both for ten years now, and I know there's more to this than what

sharp. "We're fine.