Chapter 103 The Queen's Command

The great hall of the half-ruined Temple of Embers had been cleared of rubble and consecrated anew. The flickering light of sacred flames danced along the blackened walls, casting long shadows that twisted like ancient spirits. At the center stood Aria, dressed in ceremonial robes the color of molten gold, her hand resting on her still-flat stomach, where life quietly stirred. Around her, the Crescent Fang pack and allied tribes knelt in reverent silence. Seers lined the perimeter in silent vigil, their silver eyes dim with exhaustion but glowing faintly with purpose. At her side, Dominic stood tall, his Alpha aura sharpened like a drawn blade, but his eyes rested only on her.