The silver light envelops her completely, humming through her veins. Her wolf stirs violently, merging with her essence. Aria takes a deep breath. Her choice is made. She accepts the Moon Goddess blessing. Instantly— Everything changes. Her senses sharpen beyond comprehension. She feels every heartbeat in the battlefield below. Every movement of her allies. Every whisper of enemy intent. The air itself bends around her. Silver energy coils around her like a living cloak. Her claws are sharper, faster, stronger. Her mind-link ability expands—she can connect to dozens of wolves simultaneously, feeling their fear, their courage, their loyalty. She opens her eyes. Silver light burns from them, blinding, divine. “Aria…” Kael gasps weakly, barely conscious, surrounded by enemy f

