Chapter 86 Astra’s POV The garden was a serene sanctuary, with blooming flowers and the gentle hum of bees. Lucian and I sat on a stone bench under a large oak tree, its leaves rustling softly in the breeze. The tension in the air was palpable as we awaited news from Raven. Lucian turned to me, his brow furrowed with concern. "Astra," he began, "why do you have so much faith in Raven? Doesn't she know who Roman is?" I couldn't help but laugh, shaking my head. "Lucian, Raven is one of those people who needs no introduction. She's faced the impossible more times than I can count and has always come out on top. She doesn’t take no for an answer." He leaned forward, intrigued. "Tell me more about her. What's your history with her?" I took a deep breath, gathering my thoughts. "Raven

