The Goddess's expression softened even more, and there was a trace of sadness in her voice as she spoke. “Because the greatest gifts often come with the greatest trials. The powers you possess, the gifts I gave you, are not easy burdens to carry. You had to prove yourself worthy, not only to me, but to yourself. You had to discover your own strength, your own resolve. And now, you have. Plus, without this strength, the lycans would have ended so many innocent lives. It was not just a game or some trials. It was a life and death situation.”
Tara stepped forward then, her wise eyes locking onto Lora's. “You’ve always been strong, Lora. Even when you doubted yourself, I never did. We were chosen to be together for a reason. The Moon Goddess paired us because she knew that you were the only o
