Reclaiming My Broken Luna by Selene Souchon

Chapter 191: Love Confession

Astrid's POV

I watched as the range of emotions flickered across Drystan's face - the initial disbelief, the growing anguish, and now, the most unexpected response of all - understanding.

I thought he would hate me for breaking my promise. No reason can justify my betrayal. Drystan had asked me many times before this if I was really sure about my decision to stay at the Nightsong Pack with him, and I had always given him the same answer. I had lied to him many times. Drystan had always been so kind to me; he always had my back no matter what, and I chose to do this in return.

"I understand, Astrid," he murmured, his voice soft and steady. "You do not have to blame yourself. I know this has been hard on you," he continued, his words wrapping me like a warm embrace.

I was speechless. What have I done to deserve him?

"You don't have to hide anything from me. I'm always here for you Astrid. I'll support you no matter what you choose." I felt a surge of guilt wash over me as he spoke his kind words.

I stared at him, my breath catching in my throat, overwhelmed by the depth of his understanding.

"Drystan, I..." I began, my voice trembling with a mix of guilt and awe. "You don't have to do this," I spoke with tears in my eyes. "I don't know how long this would take. You don't have to-"

"I've told you, Astrid. I will always help and support you no matter what. That will also stand true for this," Drystan cut me off and answered stubbornly.

I shook my head. He had already done so much for me. He doesn't have to do this. "I can't let you get involved in this, Drystan," I muttered, hoping that he would listen to me.

of me. I don't know how long and far this would take me. Fighting against the Silvermoon Pack has

at Nightsong Pack in peace. I had already let him down. He doesn't have to go along the path I've chosen

to keep waiting and supporting me.

to me. I will always be here with you, no matter what. I'll wait forever if I

announcement, I can never go back. I'm planning to go against the Silvermoon Pack. If you continue to have ties with

his head, unswayed by my

raised my voice

you, Astrid!" Drystan blurted out as he grabbed me by my arms. "I've been secretly in love with you

my throat as I stared into his eyes. How could this be? How could he possibly fall in love with

this is what you want, I'm

you. I'm willing to wait for you, Astrid, and I'm willing to help you get what you want. I know you don't share the same feelings as me and won't force you. Someday, when the time is

his words. Drystan had always been so nice to me, but I never

be his nephew's wife, and I

when Drystan became my teacher. He witnessed how I grew into a mature

an uncle to me. I

by my startled reaction, but he

as I looked at him, not

to say anything, Astrid. I already expected that this will come as a shock to you. You don't have to mention anything." Drystan paused momentarily. My tense muscles turned