All Chapters of Moonbound Deception: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

CHAPTER 31 – TRACKS AT THE FOOT OF MILESTONE MOUNTAINThe morning mist still lingered thinly at the mountain’s peak as I, Kael, and the Blue Stone Pack began descending the cliff. The cold air bit at my skin, but the warmth of the pack around me made each step feel lighter. Kael walked beside me, occasionally glancing over to make sure I was alright. Behind us, Aaron, the Alpha of Blue Stone, led with steady steps.After a trek down the steep slope, we arrived at a wide plain at the mountain’s base. There, several tents stood neatly, and the scent of herbs mingled with the smell of damp earth. Aaron stopped in front of one of the tents, then turned to me.“Aria, I want to introduce you to someone very important to our pack,” he said, his voice warm yet firm. From inside the tent, a woman with reddish-brown hair emerged, wearing a doctor’s coat and carrying a small bag of medical tools.“This is Li

CHAPTER 33 – RED TRAILS IN THE CITYA thin mist still blanketed the city streets as Kael and I finally returned, our steps heavy but full of determination. After the long journey from the foot of Mount Milestone, it felt strange to set foot again on sidewalks that once felt so familiar. But everything was different now—I was no longer the Aria I once was, and this city no longer felt truly safe. Every street corner seemed to hold shadows of a past that now felt foreign. I took a deep breath, trying to calm the relentless pounding of my heart.Before doing anything else, I decided to stop by Dr. Sarah’s animal clinic. There was a strong urge in my heart to let her know I was alright. The clinic was just as I remembered: the sharp scent of antiseptic in the air, the sound of dogs barking from the back kennels, and soft laughter from the treatment room that, for some reason, always made me feel at ease. But today, the atmosphere felt mor

CHAPTER 35 – THE HUT BEYOND THE RED TRAILNight fog began to settle slowly, covering the forest with a thin blanket that made every shadow seem longer and more menacing. Kael, Marcus, Elena, and I walked quietly among the trees, following the trail of red string that was growing thinner and harder to see. Every step felt heavy, as if the forest floor itself was trying to keep us from going any further. But the determination in our hearts was far stronger than the fear that tried to ensnare us.We had just passed a thick patch of ferns when Kael suddenly raised his hand, signaling us to stop. I held my breath, my heart pounding. From beyond the bushes, we could faintly hear footsteps and soft whispers. I crouched down, hiding behind a large tree trunk with the others.A few seconds later, three figures appeared on the path, walking cautiously. They wore thick jackets and carried silver weapons that gleamed under the moonlight. One of them w

CHAPTER 37: THE HIDDEN SIGNI had no idea how long we had been stuck in that hidden room. Time felt frozen. The room was cold and damp, filled with the scent of rusted iron, old dust, and lingering magical energy that made it hard to breathe. Every breath felt like swallowing a dark piece of history.Luna was still lying on the floor, her body wrapped in the thin blanket Elena had brought. She looked so fragile. Her breath... it was still there. But faint. Far too faint. I crouched beside her, touching her cold forehead, my lips trembling, unable to form words.“Stay with me, Luna... Please... don’t leave again,” I whispered, more a prayer than a plea. My voice cracked, and tears fell without permission. I tried to hold them back, tried to stay strong. But how could I? She was my sister. The only one left from a home that was already destroyed.Meanwhile, Kael moved swiftly among the sturdy rows of old shelves. They were f

Chapter 39: Beneath the Shadow of the MoonThe forest looked like a dark labyrinth, with towering tree silhouettes dangling like shadowy hands trying to reach us. The night wind slipped through the gaps in my clothes, stealing what little warmth was left in my body—already drained by magic and exhaustion. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and aged humus—ordinarily calming, yet tonight, it only added to the weight pressing on my chest.Luna lay fragile in my arms, her body featherlight yet burdened with the weight of the world. Her skin was cold, her breaths short and labored—like a candle's flame barely clinging to life. Every step I took dragged memories, guilt, loss, and fear behind me—all piled into the silence I carried.Kael, Marcus, and Elena moved ahead of me, their steps quick and nimble between jutting roots and wild underbrush. The narrow footpath was barely visible, yet they avoided snags of roots and soft earth with ease. I tried to keep pace, but every system