The moon was high, casting a silver glow over Shadow Haven as I stood on the balcony overlooking the pack’s territory. The land stretched far and wide, our borders hidden by dense trees, protecting us from prying eyes. Normally, the quiet would bring me comfort, but tonight, it only seemed to amplify the uneasy feeling in my chest.
I closed my eyes, breathing deeply, trying to settle my mind. The preparations for the Luna Ascension Ceremony had taken up much of my focus, but there was still an unsettled part of me. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t shake the feeling that we were being watched—like the darkness was hiding something more sinister than just shadows.
The soft creak of footsteps pulled me from my thoughts, and I turned to see Bane stepping onto the balcony. His presence,
