Luna Gabby’s POV
The rustling in the trees grew louder. My heart started pounding in my chest, each beat matching the rhythm of my nerves. I almost ran forward, but I couldn’t afford to lose control, not now. I could feel my wolf form pressing against my skin, desperate to break free, but I forced myself to stay still. I had to protect my image, to show strength.
Then, I heard it.
“Mother!”
My heart skipped a beat. It was Lira’s voice. After all these years, I’d almost forgotten what it sounded like. My knees buckled slightly as relief surged through me. I wanted to run to her, to wrap my arms around her and never let go, but I couldn’t move.
“It’s really her,” I whispered, barely able to believe it. “Lira...”
I turned to see her standing there, her figure faintly visible in the moon
