The next day, I stood in front of my pack, feeling the pressure of their hopes on me. The silver lines in my hair reflected the moonlight, giving off a magical light around me. As I took a deep breath, I felt the ground shake under me,
“Aurora,” Xander said quietly, his voice showing worry. “Are you certain you can handle this?”
I looked into his eyes, finding courage in the steady support I saw there. “I have to be,” I answered gently. Then, speaking louder to address the pack, I started to talk.
“My friends, my family,” I said, my voice reaching everyone in the open space. “We've faced so many challenges together. The battle with Ryder, the tremors that have shaken our world — it's time I explained everything.”
I shut my eyes, focusing on the fresh strength flowing through me. It fe
