Chapter 117

**Vanya

As the sun dipped below the horizon a few moons later, Kaelen, Silas, and I found ourselves in a secluded corner of the castle courtyard. The warm glow of torches bathed our faces in a soft, flickering light, creating a cozy atmosphere as we discussed Vivien's condition and Silas's difficult decision.

"I'll be back to appoint someone as Alpha," Kaelen promised quietly, his voice barely abo