The roar reverberated through the clearing, silencing the chaos in an instant. Every wolf, every fighter, even Klaus froze, their heads snapping toward the sky. The moon’s light grew blindingly bright, bathing the entire forest in a silvery glow that pulsed with energy.
From the light emerged a figure so radiant that the air itself seemed to tremble. She descended gracefully, her silver hair flowing like a river of starlight, her glowing eyes both soothing and commanding. Her gown shimmered, trailing behind her like mist kissed by moonbeams.
“The Moon Goddess,” Aria whispered, her voice trembling.
Klaus’s growl faltered as he took a step back, his bravado dimming under her piercing gaze. The entire clearing seemed to hold its breath, waiting for her to speak.
When she did, her voice wa
