Chapter25:

Chapter 25 I stood before the gathered Clearwater Pack, acutely aware of every pair of eyes fixed upon me. The nervous energy that had been bubbling in my stomach since our arrival now transformed into a steady resolve. I felt Xander's comforting presence next to me, his quiet encouragement making me feel stronger. I inhaled deeply, letting the fresh power I discovered move within me. A gentle silver glow flickered around me, sparking hushed murmurs among the onlookers. This was the time to reveal the person I had grown into. “Clearwater Pack,” I began, my voice carrying across the clearing with an authority I never possessed before. “I stand before you today not as the girl you once knew, but as Luna Aurora of the Blackstone Pack. We've come to offer our aid in your time of need.” I stopped for a moment, giving my words time to be understood. The expressions in front of me showed various feelings—surprise, admiration, and in some cases, a remaining dislike. I noticed Asher standing at