Chapter 13

• “I know,” Cole said, his voice softer now. “None of us do. But it’s the way of things. The moon chooses, and we follow.”
• Damien stepped forward, his hand reaching for Elara’s. “We need to get you settled,” he said, his tone firm. “We’re safe here for now. But we don’t have much time.”
• As they entered the sanctuary, Elara felt an odd sense of calm settle over her. Despite the chaos outside, this place felt like a sanctuary—like a safe harbor from the storm that had been brewing ever since she stepped into Damien’s world.