“She won’t,” Azriel assured them, his tone firm. But Markus, Kaia, we need to act fast. Crystal isn’t someone who waits, she’s likely already planning her next move.”
Markus nodded, even though Azriel couldn’t see him. “Agreed.”
As Markus set the receiver back in its cradle, he sat in silence for a moment, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. His mind raced with the implications of what they had just learned. Finally, he turned to Kaia, who had been watching him closely, her expression a mixture of determination and concern.
“I believe it’s time we consult Aura,” Markus said, his tone resolute.
Kaia blinked in surprise. “Aura? The white witch? Do you think she’ll have answers?”
Markus nodded. “She’s lived among our pack for decades and has insights into magical forces that few other
