Back in Shadowfang territory, Elder Rowan stood before the Alpha council.
"Something ancient has awakened," he said gravely.
Kael frowned.
"What are you talking about?"
The elder's voice lowered.
"The power of the Moon Goddess."
Kael's heart skipped.
For reasons he couldn't explain, Ava's face immediately appeared in his mind.
At the same time, far away in the forest, Ava stared at the glowing mark on her wrist.
Her entire life had changed in a single night.
And deep within her chest, the power of the Moonborn continued to grow.
The girl who had been rejected was gone.
Something far more powerful had taken her place.
The Moon Goddess was awakening.