“If he reaches the Core Soul…” The ancient White Luna’s silver eyes trembled. “…your mother can never return.” Selena froze completely. “My mother?” The black chains tightened violently around her body. “AHH!” Damian immediately pulled harder. “You’re not taking her!” The collapsing white realm shook again. CRACK! Massive pieces of the white sky shattered into darkness. The Rogue King’s laughter echoed everywhere. “You finally understand.” Selena’s heart pounded painfully. “My mother is alive?!” The ancient White Luna looked at her quickly. “Part of her soul remains hidden inside the Core.” Selena’s breath stopped. Hope. Real hope. After all these years… Her mother might still exist. The chains suddenly yanked her downward harder. Damian’s feet slid across the crack

