Reclaiming My Broken Luna by Selene Souchon

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.

information for us,” I said,

us. "Come

opened his mouth to protest, likely to tell his mother to just speak now, but I stepped

talk about this serious matter

I both settled down. Rowena sat across from

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

like a blade. "You're not in a position

I? You're facing a threat you don't understand, one that could destroy your precious Pack. And I'm the only one

wolf stirred uneasily, sensing the truth in her words. As much as I hated

of us, and we were fumbling in the dark, trying

information, we couldn't afford to ignore

asked, cutting off Killian

simply. "If I give you what know,+ want your word that I'll be safe. No trials,

of your mind if you think we'll give

a hand on his arm, stopping him. "And what happens

"What if we decide you're not worth the

"Then you'll face the Rogue King unprepared. And we both

not even

eyebrow but didn't comment on his tone. "The Rogue King isn't just building an army," she said, her voice steady "He's gathering artifacts. Powerful ones Things that haven't been

leaning forward. "What

flicked to me, her expression darkening. "Things that can alter the balance of power. There's one

me.

he gets his hands on it, yes. That's why he's been targeting Packs with ancient ties-places where relics

beside me. "Why are you telling us this?