Reclaiming My Broken Luna by Selene Souchon

Chapter 256: Trapped

Astrid's POV

Stepping outside, I took a deep breath of the crisp air, letting the coolness wash over me. The sun hung low in the sky, casting golden rays that danced through the leaves, but my mind was elsewhere - fixed on Drystan.

I wonder why Drystan didn't show up yesterday. Aside from Alpha Damien and his wife, Vanessa, Drystan was also invited to attend the meeting with us.

I even spoke to Killian and convinced him to include Drystan in his plans. The Nightsong Pack had developed so much through the years with the support of the Shadowfang Pack. Their support would lessen the chances of the rogues winning against us.

I was worried when Drystan didn't come yesterday. His absence felt highly unusual, and I couldn't shake the feeling that something must have delayed his journey. Probably, he would arrive by now.

Knowing Drystan, I'm certain that he wouldn't miss the chance to come here. I just wish he had informed me about any delays; it would have eased my worries.

With every passing minute, my anxiety gnawed at me. As I paced the garden, my concerns mounted, the weight of uncertainty pressing heavily on my chest.

I even reached out to Nova, but she still hasn't responded. I can't help but wonder what was causing the delay or if they were in danger.

My gaze drifted to the horizon, admiring the garden's scenery. In that fleeting moment, my gaze caught a glimpse of a small figure crouching by the pond, dangerously reaching for something floating on top of the

water.

a bit. A rush of instinct propelled me forward. Aside from Ryker, there was no other

shouted desperately, hoping to steal his attention and pull him away from there. "Ryker! Get away from

fear. I couldn't

I could reach him, Ryker suddenly lost his balance and fell into the pond. "Ryker!" My scream shattered the air as I leaped in

just my chest, with Ryker's short height, he could still drown. Panic surged through me as I struggled against the icy water to save

Help!" A voice rang out, pulling my attention momentarily. When

group of people rushed onto

terrified

son!" Giselle shouted hysterically carelessly accusing me while I was struggling to

focus solely

him.

spluttered

caressed his back, hoping to soothe him as I made my way

my grasp as if she feared that I might let her son slip back into

tried to kill my son!" Giselle's panicked voice rang

was still half-submerged, shivering in the frigid water, but she had already demanded my arrest without

was painfully clear that

heart raced, each beat echoing in my ears as struggled to pull myself out of the icy water. My teeth chattered from the