CHAPTER 84 - Those Stones

Ryan I sat hunched over ancient texts in the Moonshadow Pack's library, the musty smell of old books filling my nostrils. Wista stood beside me, her brow furrowed in concentration. "This passage here," I said, pointing to a faded script. "It mentions a powerful witch who once lived in these parts." Wista leaned in closer, squinting at the text. "Yes, I see. It says she wielded dark magic and caused great harm to the packs." She peered closer. "That was over eight hundred years ago." I rubbed my tired eyes, the endless nights of research taking their toll. "Yeah, you are right." She gave me a pat on the shoulder. "Let's keep searching.". I turned to the next page, looking up from the words and symbols as Liam entered the library, his face filled with concern. "Ryan, you've been at this for days. You need to rest." I shook my head stubbornly. "I can't, Liam. Not until we find out who's threatening Lyra." Liam's eyes filled with understanding. "I know you care about her, but you w