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ASTRAI shook my head. Tears flowed down my eyes again. “No, it’s not. I don’t deserve you. Nic doesn’t deserve to die because of me.”He pulled back slightly, looking down at me. “Nic?” He asked. “You care about him, don’t you?”I nodded, my throat feeling tight. “I, I think love him, Matteo. I didn’t realize it until now, but I do. And I can’t… I can’t lose him.”I saw the hurt flash across Matteo’s face. There was a look of pain but he quickly hid it. He hid it and took a deep breath. “Then we won’t let it happen. We’ll find a way, Astra. I promise you, we’ll find a way.”I nodded. But my heart was racing. I didn’t know how and I didn’t know if we even could, but I knew one thing: I wasn’t going to let Nic just die like this.Matteo stayed by my side. He held me close and for the first time in what felt like forever, I felt different. I knew it wasn’t fair to him. Matteo loved me, I could see it in his eyes. I could hear it in the way he looked at me.It was wrong to use him this w

ASTRAThe next morning, the air was crisp and the sky was painted in shades of blue and gold. It was a stark difference from the grey skies we always have around here. Maybe that was a good sign. Maybe the moon goddess was on my side.I sat in my chambers. There was a stack of letters laid out before me. They were all from Ragnarok, addressed to various pack leaders, allies, and those who had been sitting on the fence about joining his cause. I had intercepted them before they could get sent.The contents were predictable. There were promises of power threats of annihilation or both. He was playing a dangerous game and now it was my turn to make my move.I began crafting letters of my own, carefully mimicking Ragnarok’s handwriting and style. It was tedious work, but it was necessary. Each letter I forged had one purpose: to sow seeds of doubt about Ragnarok’s intentions. As well as doubts about his alliance with the White Wolf.I crafted rumors and lies, each one was designed to cont

ASTRAI got down on my knees in front of her.The cold ground bit into my skin but I ignored it. I looked up at Gemma. “I’m sorry, Gemma,” I said. “I’m sorry for everything I’ve done to you, for every lie and every betrayal. I’m sorry for being my brother’s pawn and for using you. I know I don’t deserve your forgiveness, but I’m asking for your help. Please, help me make things right.” My voice broke with emotion.I wanted to make things right. Why wouldn't she believe me? Gemma looked down at me in shock and disbelief. For a moment, I thought she might laugh but she remained silent.“I know you don’t trust me,” I continued, “And I don’t blame you. But I swear, on everything I hold dear, I’m not playing a game. I’m not here to deceive you. I just want a chance to make things right.”The silence continued and I could hear the sound of my heartbeat in my ears. I held my breath, waiting.Finally, Gemma spoke, “Get up,” she said.I hesitated, then slowly rose to my feet. I watched her car

ASTRAIt was time to lie.I leaned in closer and lowered my voice. “I’ve been hearing whispers in the halls. Some of the guards who were stationed at the east tower have been acting strangely. I think they might know something.” I said. I was spinning a tale but I was going to go for it.He raised an eyebrow. “The east tower, you say? That's interesting. I hadn’t considered that.”“Just a thought,” I said, trying to sound casual. I didn't want him to suspect that anything was afoot. “But since we're both hunting down the rumor mongers, I could look into it. See if there’s anything worth pursuing.”Emmy stroked his chin in thought. “Perhaps or maybe I should investigate that myself. You know, I’ve never been one to trust rumors. I prefer to see things with my own eyes.” He said.I felt panic rise in my chest. I messed up. Why did I bring the east tower? The east tower was where we kept the real letter Ragnarok had sent. I knew I should have burnt the letters immediately after I got the

NATEI had called a council meeting to address the unrest from the rumours about Gemma siding with the barbarians of the North.Twelve sets of eyes stared at me as I sat at the head of the table, George and Leonard flanking me on either side. The council members moved uneasily in their seats. I had to remind myself not to let my impatience show. I only cared about Gemma. I could smell their doubt and fear.“The rumors are nothing but that—rumors,” I began. “The White Wolf has not joined the North. She remains on our side and any claims otherwise are false.”A murmur rose up through the room, many of the council members exchanging glances. I caught the narrowed eyes of one of the councillors, Donovan. He leaned forward. “And what proof do you have of this, Your Majesty? You assure us, but assurance is hardly enough when we have so much at stake. This is the mythical White Wolf.”I held back a growl. Donovan was a fool to challenge me like this in front of the others. I could feel Leona