I was dying. I could feel it in every cell of my body as the Goddess's power surged through me, too vast and ancient for my mortal frame to contain. The divine energy that had filled me moments ago was now consuming me from within, burning away at my very essence.
Through the blinding light pulsing behind my eyes, I heard Her voice, clear and resonant within my mind.
*My daughter, now you understand. Two sisters – one wolf, one human – destined to unite worlds. You have carried my burden far enough.*
The revelation crashed over me like a tidal wave. Lyra. My Lyra. Not just the girl who'd shared my childhood suffering, not just the woman who'd stood by my side through everything – but my true sister. Daughter of the Goddess, just as I was.
