Reclaiming My Broken Luna 2

Asha's POV

The smell of freshly baked bread and steaming coffee filled the air as Andros and

I sat at the dining table.

It felt strange, not having father eat with us. Andros is now sitting on the seat where father used to sit.

My gaze flickered to Andros, watching him as he ate, seemingly unbothered. For the first time, I looked at him with suspicion, studying the slight tension in his jaw,

the way his eyes were distant, and his movements sharper than usual.

"You've been quiet," he said suddenly, his voice breaking the silence.

He set his fork down and looked at me.

"Just tired," I lied, forcing a small smile.

Andros leaned back on his chair, his expression unreadable. "I'm leaving later today. I'll take a group of warriors with me to visit the Silvermoon Pack."

My head snapped up, my stomach twisting. "The Silvermoon Pack? Why?"

He raised an eyebrow at me. as if the answer were obvious. "Astrid could be hiding there. It's the only place she'd run for protection.”

A chill run down my spine. "And if the Silvermoon Pack refuses to cooperate?"

Andros's gaze darkened, his voice dropping to a chilling tone. "I would kill whoever helps Astrid."

A shiver went down my spine at his chilling words. Kill everyone who helps her? He is going to bring warriors with him to annihilate the whole Pack. This isn't the brother I knew.

Andros had always been gentle, thoughtful. The idea of him ordering mass death so casually made me feel as though I didn't know him at all.

"Let me handle it," I offered. I can't let anything bad happen.

Andros frowned, his eyes narrowing suspiciously. "What?"

"You've been dealing with so much already. This is all I can do to help," I answered, forcing my voice to sound steady. "The rogue attack, managing the pack's losses, taking Father's responsibilities - it's a lot. Let me help you with this. Let me go to the Silvermoon Pack.

Andros studied me carefully, suspicion flashing in his eyes. "You were defending Astrid just yesterday," he said slowly. "Now you're offering to help kill her? What changed?"

I swallowed hard, my heart pounding in my chest. I had to lie and I had to make him believe it.

"You were right," I said, forcing my voice to sound resolute. "I read the book, Andros. I understand now what Astrid really is. She's dangerous. Father's death... it's her fault. She has to be stopped."

He leaned forward, his eyes narrowing as he searched my face. "Are you sure about this, Asha?"

I nodded.

Andros was silent for a moment. Then, finally he leaned back. "Very well! If you are certain, I'll leave this to you."

Relief flooded through me, though I kept my expression calm. "I'll take care of it," I said firmly.

Reaching out to Alpha Killian would be the best way to find Astrid fast.

Killian's POV

I sat at my desk, staring at the reports scattered in front of me. My pen hovered

over the paper, but the words refused to come together.

No matter how hard I tried to focus, my mind kept drifting to Astrid.

I rubbed my temples and leaned back in my chair, exhaling deeply. Get it together, Killian.

I shook my head, trying to clear the thoughts of her that seemed to invade my

mind every time I let my guard down.

Perhaps it was just that I missed her. That had to be it.

Before I could lose myself in another string of memories, a sharp knock at the

door brought me back to the present.

"Come in," I called, straightening in my seat.

The door opened, and my Beta, Ryder, stepped inside, his expression unreadable.

"Alpha," he said, his tone formal. “We've just received visitors from the Shadowfang Pack. Asha, along with several warriors, has arrived."

I stood up instantly, my pulse quickening. "Asha?" I asked, surprised.

"Yes, Alpha," Ryder confirmed.

"Is Astrid with them?" I asked quickly, already moving toward the door.

Ryder hesitated for a moment, then shook his head. "No, Alpha. She isn't."

The brief spark of excitement that had ignited in my chest dimmed, but I didn't let it show.

"I'll greet them personally," I said, striding past Ryder and out of the office.

As I stepped outside the packhouse, the Shadowfang warriors came into view.

They stood in a neat line, with Asha at the forefront. My eyes scanned the group, searching for her-but Astrid wasn't there.

"Where is Astrid?" I asked immediately, my voice sharp with anticipation.

Asha looked up at me, her expression tired and troubled.

She hesitated before speaking, her voice steady but soft. "Alpha Killian, may I speak with you in private?"

The tone of her request caught me off guard. I nodded, signaling for Ryder to handle the warriors as I led Asha into my office.noveldrama

Once inside, I closed the door and turned to face her.

"Where is Astrid?" I asked again, this time more urgently.

Asha looked at me, her gaze heavy with something I couldn't quite place-guilt? Fear?

"Astrid is in trouble," she said quietly, her hands clasped tightly in front of h

Her words sent a chill through me. I straightened, my heart pounding. "What kind of trouble?"

"She's being hunted," Asha said, her voice trembling slightly. "By my brother. He wants to kill her."

I froze, the words hitting me like a blow. "What?" I said, my voice sharp with disbelief. "Why would Andros belongs to

want to kill his own sister t

Asha swallowed hard, her hands tightening into fists. "Because of what she is. Because of the Almega thing."

I frowned, the unfamiliar word hanging in the air like a threat. "What are you talking about, Asha? What is an Almega?"

Asha explained what it was and I stared at her, my mind racing to piece together what she was saying.

"Astrid is an Almega,” Asha

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continued, her voice dropping. "My father knew. He kept it a secret to

protect from everyone to protect her."