Chapter53:

Chapter 53 After the intense light from our powerful fight dimmed, I stood by myself on the ruined battlefield. I quickly looked around for Ryder, but he was gone. Did I really beat him? I didn't think much because I suddenly felt exhausted. My legs couldn't hold me up, and I dropped to the ground. The huge amount of energy I used in the last fight made me totally worn out. I could hardly keep my eyes open as I lay there, breathing heavily. “Aurora!” I heard Xander's voice, sounding worried but also relieved. Soon, I felt his strong arms holding me carefully. I looked up at him and tried to smile weakly, seeing his concerned eyes. “Is it… over?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. Before Xander could answer, I heard the murmurs of the pack as they gathered around us. Their voices were filled with awe and wonder, and I realized they were reacting to my transformed appearance. I had almost forgotten about the changes the Moon Goddess's power had wrought in me. “Luna,” one of the yo