Chapter 31: Memories in the Storm (Elara's POV)
The rhythmic drip of rain against my pharmacy window pulled me deep into memories I'd tried to bury. Each drop echoed like the ticking of time, rewinding years of pain and longing. I set aside the healing potion I'd been brewing and closed my eyes, surrendering to the past.
It was the winter after my father died defending our pack borders.
The snow had fallen relentlessly that year, as if the Moon Goddess herself mourned his passing. Mother had taken on more Beta responsibilities to maintain our family's standing within the Bloodmoon Pack. Her new duties often left her absent from our den, though she always made sure to leave healing potions for Caleb and me.
"Elara, don't forget to check on the wolfsbane infusion," she'd instructed t
