#Chapter 186: The Journey

Olivia In the enveloping darkness of my dream, I felt strangely at peace. Around me, the ethereal landscape pulsated with life, taking the form of a vast, moonlit forest. The canopy above seemed endless, silver beams of moonlight piercing through the dense foliage, painting dappled patterns on the forest floor. “Olivia,” a deep, resonant voice echoed around me. It was so familiar I recognized it immediately, yet it was also otherworldly and far stronger than I had heard it before. My wolf. “Do not be afraid.” “I’m not,” I replied, finding my voice surprisingly steady. “But everything’s so… unclear.” The surroundings shifted, and I suddenly found myself standing by a serene lakeside. The waters were so still, it was like looking into a giant, polished mirror. I took a few steps forward to peer into the water, dropping to my knees and leaning over toward the water’s surface. In the reflection, I saw not just myself, but my wolf—her majestic form, fierce eyes and