The Silent Luna's Trial Novel

When the Last Candle Sang to the Ocean Wind by Aurelion Kyre Solvane 35 Summary Skyla is awake at 4 a.m., eagerly anticipating her eighteenth birthday and the moment she will shift at 11:12 p.m. She hopes to sense her mate, possibly someone from her mother's old pack, who could take her away from her current life. Though she plans to graduate early and leave behind many people, she is not sad about leaving the unpleasant individuals around her. Unable to sleep, Skyla heads to the kitchen for a snack, wearing her oversized hoodie and sweats.

As she reaches the bottom of the stairs, she is overwhelmed by a captivating scent-a mix of musk and her favorite cologne, Savage. While the scent reminds her of her brother, this is someone different, and she feels drawn to it, questioning if this might be love at first smell. Her moment of enchantment is shattered when Cassian Mercer, the future Alpha of the Bloodmoon Pack, suddenly slaps her and grabs her throat. He harshly rejects her as his mate, insulting her appearance, personality, and family.

Skyla is stunned by his cruelty, especially since mates are supposed to be loving and gentle. She recalls her mother's story of rejection followed by forgiveness, but she knows she will never forgive Cassian. Instead of feeling heartbreak, Skyla experiences intense anger. She rips his hand off her throat, confronts him about his past with her sister Selene, and boldly rejects him in return. Satisfied with his shocked reaction, she walks away, leaving her snack forgotten. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below r6 Skyla's POV The Night of the Shift It was 4 a.m. , and I was wide awake .

I still couldn't believe we were finally eighteen . Even though we wouldn't shift until 11:12 p.m. , I knew I'd be able to sense my mate before then . - Maybe just maybe - it would be someone from my mom's old pack . Someone who could take me away from this place . I had everything lined up to graduate early . I'd miss my mom , dad , Breck , and Alexia , but definitely not the rest of the jerks around here . Since there was no way I'd fall back asleep , I decided to head down to the kitchen for a snack . Oreos dipped in milk were my favorite .

I threw on my oversized hoodie and matching sweats and headed downstairs . But the moment my foot hit the bottom step , I was engulfed by the most intoxicating scent I'd ever smelled . It was a blend of musk and Savage - my favorite cologne . I recognized that cologne because my brother wore it sometimes , but this scent ... this wasn't Sebastian . This was something else . Something more . I stood there , completely mesmerized , drawn in by the mouthwatering scent , wondering who it could be . Was this love at first smell ?

Just as I was lost in the sensation , a sharp slap to my face snapped me back to reality . Before I could react , a hand wrapped tightly around my throat . Sparks shot through me - just like in the stories . Then came the words I think , deep down , I'd always feared were coming . " You of all people ! You're nothing but trash to me . How could the Moon Goddess screw up this badly by pairing me with someone like you ? You're weak . Ugly . Fat . You have no class . You're a nerd . I wouldn't be caught dead with a pathetic bitch like you !

I , Cassian Mercer , future Alpha of the Bloodmoon Pack , reject you , Skyla Selene , as my mate and future Luna . " And that was it . Mates are supposed to be loving - gentle . What happened to the stories of love at first sight ? I remembered my mom once told me how my dad had rejected her at first , but later asked for forgiveness , and he'd treated her like royalty ever since . But I would never forgive this guy . Ever . Even if he somehow did come crawling back - not that someone like him would . He'd been with Selene . I wouldn't touch him with a ten - foot pole .

Oddly , it didn't hurt the way everyone said rejection does . What I felt wasn't heartbreak . It was pure , burning rage . I tore his hand off my throat , locked eyes with him , and said , " Do you honestly think I'd want to be mated to you ? The guy who slept with my skanky sister ? The guy who's treated me like garbage from the very beginning ? I , Skyla Bellamy , accept your rejection ! " Then I turned and walked back up the stairs , completely satisfied with the stunned expression frozen on his face . I'd forgotten all about my snack .

Conclusion Skyla's night had been a whirlwind of emotions, from hopeful anticipation to crushing rejection, yet through it all, her strength shone brightly. Despite the sting of Cassian's harsh words and the betrayal they carried, she refused to let his cruelty define her worth. Her fiery response was not just a defense but a declaration of self-respect and resilience, echoing the fierce spirit that had carried her through every challenge. The pain she expected never came; instead, a fierce determination took root, promising that her story was far from over.

Skyla's resolve to break free from the toxic patterns around her sets the stage for powerful moments of self-discovery and conflict. As the night of the shift unfolds, the delicate balance between destiny and choice will be pushed to its limits, promising a chapter rich with tension, emotion, and surprising revelations. Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland's breathtaking cold.