Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

352

Elyra stood at the edge of the forest, staring into the misty expanse ahead. The air was thick, laden with the scent of damp earth and an unshakable feeling of foreboding. This was the border of Selene's territory, a place steeped in mystery and guarded by stories of a

Luna whose power rivaled the oldest legends.

Cassian stepped up beside her, his expression uneasy. "Are you sure about this?" he asked, scanning the treeline. "They say Luna Selene is as dangerous as the shadows themselves."

"We don't have a choice," Elyra replied firmly, though doubt gnawed at her. "If anyone knows how to counter the shadow magic, it's her."

Fenrir let out a low growl from behind them. "Or she could be another trap. Dain isn't the only one who can manipulate power."

Elyra didn't respond. She knew the risks, but she also knew they couldn't face Dain without understanding the full extent of his growing strength. If Selene could offer insight, they had to take the chance.

As they stepped into the forest, the mist thickened, curling around their legs like living tendrils. Every step felt heavier, as though the ground itself resisted their presence. Fenrir's hand instinctively hovered near his weapon, his senses on high alert. "Stay close," Elyra instructed, her voice cutting through the eerie silence.

Minutes turned into what felt like hours as they navigated the dense woods. Just when Elyra began to wonder if they'd been led astray, a soft glow appeared in the distance. It pulsed gently, like a heartbeat, drawing them closer.

They emerged into a clearing, where a figure stood bathed in silver light. Luna Selene.

Her presence was mesmerizing. Her long, silver hair cascaded down her back like liquid moonlight, and her piercing violet eyes seemed to see straight through Elyra. She exuded an aura of both grace and danger, a perfect balance of light and shadow. "I've been expecting you," Selene said, her voice calm yet commanding.

stepped forward, her heart pounding. "You know why

Fenrir, who stood protectively behind Elyra. "Your allies don't trust easily. That's good. Trust is a dangerous thing in times

the stories," Fenrir said bluntly. "And not all

powerful tool, but it is not the same as respect. You'll need to learn the difference if you hope to stand against

in leadership. I came because you understand shadow magic-and

tilted her head, studying Elyra as though weighing her words. "You speak as though the shadow itself is

opened her mouth to respond, but Selene raised a hand to

dangerous path, but he is

her violet eyes locking onto

a moment, Elyra felt exposed, as though Selene could see every doubt and fear she'd buried deep within herself. ". I want to believe it," she admitted. "But every choice he makes pulls him further away. I

bond you share with him is strong, but bonds can break under

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grant strength

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nd twists."

it? How

"Severing the shard's influence is possible, but the price is steep. And even then, Dain must choose to