By the time Aurora finally disappeared into the deeper stretch of the forest, the excitement and noise from the group behind her had long faded into distant echoes. What remained was silence - thick, natural, and far more suited to her current task.
Because she had already wasted enough time.
What had started as a simple herb-gathering trip had somehow turned into a full confrontation, a public demonstration, and the accidental announcement of her "divine blessing."
Was it efficient, yes. But planned? Not even remotely.
Aurora exhaled softly, pushing the thoughts aside as her focus sharpened once more. She had more important matters to deal with. Namely, a poisoned Alpha who had given her a two-week deadline… and didn't look like the forgiving type.
