*Star Blood Pack — The Grand Hall*
The great hall of the Star Blood Pack shone with golden torchlight and silver banners.
Long tables stretched end to end, weighed down by platters of meat, honeyed breads, moonleaf wine and glowing fruit.
It was a celebration. A feast of honor.
The Luna had been claimed.
Crystal entered at Ryder’s side, the new crescent-shaped mark on her neck glowing faintly against her skin.
She wore a flowing silver gown, her hair was braided with starpetals.
Around her, silence fell.
Then came the bows.
One by one, members of the Star Blood Pack and the invited outer clans dropped their heads, exposing their necks in respect.
“She is truly the Flame,” someone whispered.
“She carries the old light.”
Crystal’s gaze swept the hall. Her father and mother sat
