Mother’s Trust (Gabriel’s POV)I stood in Starfang’s healer’s den, the air thick with herbal smoke, dim light filtering through narrow windows. Vera cradled Max on the cot, her emerald eyes wet, her raven hair sticking to her tear-streaked face. My heart twisted as she whispered, “He’s alive,” her voice soft but raw with relief. Max’s chest rose slowly, his wound bandaged, thanks to Eleanor’s healing rune. My wolf paced, restless, Rhea’s chilling words—“The shard’s power grows”—still echoing from the temple fight. Eleanor knelt beside Max, her hair falling over her shoulders, her hands steady as she checked his pulse. “I trust you, Vera,” she said, her voice firm, her gray eyes meeting her daughter’s. The pack, gathered around, erupted in cheers, their unity a spark in the tense air. My chest warmed—Eleanor’s support was a win, but Rhea’s next move loomed like a storm.Vera’s shoulders sagged, relief flashing across her face. “Thanks, Mom,” she murmured, her hand tight on Max’s. I
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