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.

don't know how long and far this would take me. Fighting against the Silvermoon Pack has its own risks. Even if I had the Shadowfang Pack's support, there

I had already let him down. He doesn't

have to keep waiting and supporting me. I'll only drag him down if

I'll wait forever if I have to. I'll go through everything as long as it's with you," Drystan's brows were pressed together

you hear your own words? Once Alpha Theron had made the announcement, I can never go back.

unswayed by

with me!" I raised my voice

love you, Astrid!" Drystan blurted out as he grabbed me by my

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

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

instinctively when I heard his words. Drystan had always been so nice to me, but I never thought that

he was just nice to me because I used to be his nephew's wife, and I also used to be his

my teacher. He witnessed how I grew into

to me. I wonder when and why he

was surprised by my startled reaction, but he withheld

blinked as I looked at him, not knowing

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 relaxed, and I felt grateful that