Chapter 365: Relics Astrid's POV

Rowena's quarters sat on the outskirts of Silvermoon territory, a place that felt as removed from the Pack's core as Rowena herself.

The journey there was quiet, the tension between Killian and me palpable.

I could tell he was already regretting agreeing to this, but we didn't have the luxury of letting emotions cloud our judgment.

The rogue attacks were escalating. They were organized, purposeful, and more ruthless than ever.

If Rowena had answers that could shed light on the Rogue King's plans, we had no choice but to seek her out.

Rowena had always been a thorn in our sides—a manipulative force who thrived on power plays.

But she was also cunning, and if she knew anything about the Rogue King, she might just be the key to understanding what we were up against.

As we approached her quarters, the scent of burning herbs filled the air.

Rowena's home was modest but had an aura of quiet power. It was an illusion, I knew—a way to remind every one of what she once was.

Killian's jaw was tight as he moved toward the door. I followed, my wolf stirring uneasily as he knocked.

When Rowena opened the door, her sharp gaze swept over us. She looked composed, her graying hair perfectly pinned, her expression giving nothing away.

"Killian. Astrid," she greeted, stepping aside to let us in. "To what do I owe this... rare visit?"

Killian stood beside me, his arms crossed, his jaw tight. He hadn't said a word. The silence between them was a force of its own, heavy with resentment and years of betrayal.

the silence. “You said you have information for us,” I said,

for us.

his mother to just speak now, but

about this serious matter like this

settled down. Rowena sat

I share anything, I want guarantees," Rowena spoke as soon as she

a blade. "You're not in

of amusement in her eyes. "Aren't I? You're facing a threat you don't understand, one that could destroy your precious Pack.

stirred uneasily, sensing the truth in her words. As much as I hated to admit it, she wasn't

King was a shadow looming over all of us, and we were fumbling in the dark, trying to find

Elysande truly had information, we couldn't

cutting off Killian before he could

give you what know,+ want your word that

stepping forward. "You're out of your mind if you

his arm, stopping him. "And what happens if we

decide you're not

face the Rogue King unprepared. And we both know

curtly, not even waiting for her

isn't just building an army," she said, her voice steady "He's gathering artifacts. Powerful ones

forward.

the balance of power. There's one in particular he's after.

words pressing down on me. "You're saying he can neutralize

nodded. "If he gets his hands on it, yes. That's why he's been

telling us this?

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