Ch. 161..165: Reclaiming My Broken Luna Chapter 161-165

Chapter 161: Abnormalities

Alpha Theron's POV

I peered down at my precious daughter, who was sleeping peacefully on her bed. She doesn't look as pale as she had before. Color had finally formed on her lips, and her cheeks were painted.

Seeing her healthy, rosy complexion, I smiled and felt more relieved. Asha had told me that Astrid was getting better and better each day.

Astrid is a fighter who refuses to succumb to her defeat; soon enough, she's going to wake up soon, and I want to be the first thing she sees when she wakes up.

Until now, I still have no idea how I will explain that she lost her wolf when she woke up.

As a werewolf, losing your wolf does not mean becoming an average human. Our wolves and humans are one. When you lose your other half, it would literally feel like losing something that has been a considerable part of your life. It's like half of your soul torn away from you, lost forever. A half of your life gone missing.

Astrid had already gone through a lot of things. She lost her mate and husband, she lost her son, and then she lost her wolf.

I'm afraid that this would be the last blow. I want to help her, to make her feel that even if she has lost everything, she still has me with her.

However, I know that wouldn't help her. Astrid hates me, and I know she blames me for what happened to her mother and what happened to her life.

I am the root cause of all of this. It was I who destroyed everything.

I sat at the edge of Astrid's bed, my brow creased with worry when her rhythmic breaths suddenly turned into labored breaths.

"Astrid," I called out her name as I stood up, my eyes wide with panic.

Suddenly, her fingers began to twitch, her nails elongated into sharp, deadly claws.

My eyes widened in stunned disbelief as I leaned forward, my heart pounding in my chest. What was happening to my daughter?

Astrid's skin grew taut, her delicate features hardening and shifting before my very eyes. A low guttural growl rumbled in her throat, sending a chill down my spine. This was no longer my Astrid - this was her wolf.

I couldn't understand. I thought her wolf was already dead. What is this beast that is lurking within her?

Tentatively, I reached out a trembling hand. "Astrid?" I whispered, my voice laced with fear and a desperate plea.

Her eyelids snapped open, and I recoiled at the sight of her eyes - no longer the warm brown I knew but a piercing predatory yellow. She let out a feral snarl, her body tensing as if ready to pounce.

I stood paralyzed as the creature before me threatened to break free from its slumbering prison.

Astrid looked at me with a

murderous gaze, but at the same

time, she was not the one looking at me. Her yellow irises looked fierce and wild, I could only take a few steps back not knowing how could caff Astrid back.

I stopped when my back had finally reached the wall. I placed my arms firmly to my sides, even thought was capable of protecting myself as a powerful Alpha. I couldn't bring myself to hurt my daughter

I would rather get hurt than hurt her. I stared into Astrid's eyes, facing her head-on, hoping that my strong resolve could call her back to her senses.

However, Astrid was nowhere to be reached. Just when Astrid was about to give her a powerful blow, my eyes snapped toward the door, and it suddenly swung open. Before Astrid could do any harm to me, my son Andros arrived just on time. He barged into the room with something in his hand.

Before I could react to his arrival, he suddenly rushed behind Astrid and subdued her from behind.

Astrid was caught in surprise, not expecting that someone would suddenly join us.

She tried to struggle, but it was too late. I watched as she found her limbs growing heavy and her consciousness slipping away Astrid's movements grew sluggish, then ceased altogether.

"Andros, what did you do?" I demanded as I caught Astrid in my arms before she could drop to the floor.

"It's just a sedative, dad. She was out of control, I had to do something," Andros answered as he held up the empty syringe in his hand.

I looked down at Astrid, who had slipped away from her consciousness again. I was waiting for her to wake up, but I didn't expect that something else would appear.

"What happened?" Andros asked me. "I thought her wolf is dead. What was that?"

I turned my gaze back to Andros when I heard his question. "Doctor Smith must have made a mistake," I answered him.

"Call him here immediately and tell him everything that happened," I commanded my son as I held Astrid close in my arms.

Andros didn't have to be told twice. He rushed out of the room without any suspicions. Once he was gone, the fear and worry that I'd been holding back finally flooded my expression.

When I made my interrogation to know what really happened while Astrid was staying in the Emberwood Pack, everyone told me the same thing.

They said they witnessed her being controlled by a wild and feral wolf. No one could subdue her except for Killian.

I knew then that something was wrong when I heard that. Astrid is not normal. I have a lot of questions about her, especially about her blood.

I thought that was the only thing strange about her, but this... This is more dangerous as it is strange.

Beta Alek had just left to do the task that I gave him, so until now, I still have no answers.

I wonder what answer he would give me when that time comes.

Chapter 162: Dead or Alive

Alpha Theron's POV

Astrid turned heavy as a log as her consciousness fully slipped away. Her face looked peaceful, her eyes were closed, and her arms were hanging to her sides as I held her up.

I carefully eased Astrid back to her bed, my heart pounding in my chest. I couldn't erase the memory of how scary she looked out of my mind.

No matter how much I stared at her now innocent and relaxed face, I couldn't forget the savage look that she had earlier.

The way she gazed at me, she badly wanted to kill me just to shed blood.

Doctor Smith would be here any moment. I hope he will have an explanation for this, and most importantly, I hope there will be a cure for Astrid's condition.

Doctor Smith just arrived on time, right after I tucked Astrid back into her bed.

He is on full alert, ready to do his job. My son, Andros, followed soon after watching as Doctor Smith ran his tests on my daughter.

"Andros, it's best for you to wait outside," I called his attention, making his concerned gaze leave Astrid as he glanced at me.

"It's better if Doctor Smith could tend to Astrid privately. It's for her safety," I spoke, keeping my voice low and steady.

In truth, I was afraid that he would find out something that he shouldn't. We still had no idea what was going on with Astrid. Until I understand what's going on, it would be best if only a few people could know about this. I could see the protest forming on Andros's lips, but before he could speak, Asha came rushing in, her face etched with concern.

"How is she?" Asha asked as she rushed inside the room.

Asha was in charge of tending to Astrid, but I told her to take her leave earlier while I was there to visit and could carefully watch Astrid.

Asha has been dutifully taking care of Astrid along with Nova, and I know they both have become terribly tired of watching over her.

Asha has been monitoring Astrid's health and always checking her for any signs of recovery and any illnesses. Meanwhile, Nova had never left Astrid's company just in case she woke up or something bad happened. Asha has just left for a while, and something like this has already happened. The concern etched across her face is palpable.

She had left Astrid in good condition, and now this happened.

Asha glared at her brother when Andros quickly stepped in front of her, raising a hand and stopping her from approaching Astrid.

"We should give them space," he said calmly. "Let's wait for what the Doctor is going to say."

Asha's brows creased together. "But I am a doctor," she argued.

"Doctor Smith is already in there to check Astrid. He was the one who performed the procedure on Astrid. He would be able to understand this better than you," Andros retorted. Asha looked confused, her gaze darting between Andros and me. I knew they both cared deeply for Astrid, but right now, I needed to ensure she got the care she required.

With a nod, Andros ushered his sister out of the room. I was glad that Andros understood. If not, I wouldn't know how to go through with Asha.

Asha is good at arguing, and she rarely backs down. Asha wasn't able to say anything as her brother pushed her out of the room. She only pouted, knowing that her brother was right.

I could finally breathe in relief after they had finally left the room. Once they were gone, I turned my attention back to Doctor Smith, wondering what his diagnosis would be.

However, my worries only grew deeper when I saw the depth of confusion on his face. His brows were creased, his eyes serious, and he kept checking and checking Astrid in the same places. "What's wrong with Astrid?" I asked him.

He keeps on rechecking Astrid without saying a word. I want to know what's happening.

"Alpha, Andros had told me what happened earlier. Is it right that Astrid's wolf resurfaced ad took control over her body?" Doctor Smith asked carefully.

"Yes, that's what happened," I even

nodded my head as I replied. "Even Andros saw what happened. You said Astrid's wolf was dead, but just met her wolf earlier. What's

going on here?" I demanov

Doctor Smith's brows furrowed. "But that is impossible. Miss Astrid's wolf is already dead. I wasn't wrong about that."

My jaw fell open. "Are you doubting

my words, I know when a wolf is acting up if I see one, even Andros could attest that Astrid's wolf was alive. Clearly, you made a mistake," I pointed out.

Doctor Smith instantly lowered his head, knowing that his mistake could also cost him his life. "I'm telling the truth, Alpha. I've checked all her pulse points multiple times, but her wolf wasn't there. Even my wolf couldn't feel her wolf spirit."

"Then what was that? How do you explain what happened?" I demanded, my eyes turning angry as he lacked all the answers I needed.

Doctor Smith was unable to answer for a long time. "This Alpha is already out of my expertise," he answered with fear.

I scoffed at his words. Out of his expertise? Our Pack is the most advanced when it comes to medicine. How could he have no knowledge about this?

Doctor Smith suddenly dropped to his knees when he heard the dissatisfaction in my voice. "I have no explanation for what happened, Alpha. Even I am confused with Astrid's condition."

 

Chapter 163: Misdiagnosis

Alpha Theron's POV

"You!" I held out a finger and angrily pointed at him when I heard his words. No words left my mouth as it bobbed up and down like a fish. I was unable to oppose a word that he said because this wasn't really his fault.

"Astrid had always been strange when she arrived," Doctor Smith spoke up for me. "We used the Lunar Elixir to save her, but it had no effect on recovering her wolf. When we used your blood to save her, although it didn't match, it still mysteriously worked and saved her," Doctor Smith paused; his words made me silent.

"Who could ever explain Astrid's condition? Even the most advanced Pack and the most knowledgeable Doctor in the world will never be able to find out what's wrong with her. This is something that has never happened before," Doctor Smith added with all honesty. I shifted my gaze on Astrid. I swallowed hard at the complexity of her condition. I don't even know what kind of danger she's in, which only adds to my fears.

"I'm sorry, Alpha, but I can't give you the answers that you need," Doctor Smith mumbled, his head lowered in fear.

"You're the doctor-you're supposed to have the answers!" I snapped, my voice laced with accusation as I glared at him, my brow furrowed in a fierce scowl.

Astrid's life is on the line, and instead of doing his job, he is kneeling in front of me, admitting defeat.

"I'm sorry, Alpha. I've examined her thoroughly, but there are still many things that remain unclear to me. I don't have any clear diagnosis to give you."

A tense silence hung in the air as soon as Doctor Smith uttered those dark words that shattered my hope. My expression shifted then, and the anger slowly drained from my features as I started to accept the complexity of Astrid's condition.

I guess all I had to do was wait for what Beta Alek would find out in his investigations.

A cold, steely determination took hold of my features when I was finally convinced by Doctor Smith's words.

Slowly, purposefully, I turned to face the Doctor, my eyes narrowing as I regarded him. "Clearly, you made a mistake in your previous diagnosis. Astrid's wolf never died, which explains what I saw earlier."

The Doctor's eyes widened when he heard my words. "I will never make a mistake on something as simple as this, Alpha. I've handled so many patients before. There's no way I would make mistakes. Even earlier, when I checked her, I couldn't sense any wolf from her." "Doctor Smith, you're growing old it's unavoidable to make mistakes with your age," I replied back with a cold voice.

"B-but-" Doctor Smith stammered, but I interrupted him.

"Astrid had lost a lot of blood during that time. Her pulse was naturally weak, which made it harder for her to sense her wolf. This is clearly a result of your misdiagnosis," I raised my voice a bit to let my words go through his head.

Doctor Smith lowered his gaze to the ground, unable to say anything. He is finally learning to understand what I was saying.

"There's nothing wrong with Astrid. It's just her wolf manifesting itself after her tong absence. It's normal for her welf to appear wild and feral since he just came back after a long time I explained as I made my own diagnosis of Astrid.

My piercing gaze remained fixed on Doctor Smith, noting every shift in his expression. "Do you agree with me, Doctor?" I asked him, my words cutting through the air like a razor's edge. I watched as Smith's expression shifted, the confidence draining from his features. He blinked, a flicker of realization dawning on his face.

Slowly, he lifted his gaze to meet

mine, and I saw the horror reflected in his eyes. "You are truly wise, Alpha," he breathed, his voice tinged with a mixture of fear and aweÌ..... I have made a terrible mistake"

I remained silent as he spoke. He has no choice but to go along with my words because I am the Alpha.

It doesn't matter what is real or not. My words are truer than anything.

"You are right," Smith continued, his shoulders slumping in defeat. "Astrid's wolf is still alive. I... I deserved to be punished for my error."

I scoffed at his words. "There's no need to go that far, but since you made a mistake, shouldn't you make amends, Doctor?" I asked, my tone leaving no room for argument.

Doctor Smith instantly bowed his head. "What do you want me to do, Alpha?" he asked with eagerness in his voice.

Seeing his eagerness to serve, I smiled. "Just go and explain the mistake you made. This was your mistake, isn't it? I shouldn't explain things to others for you."

The weight of my words seemed to settle over him, and I watched as a renewed sense of purpose slowly ignited in his gaze. "Of course, Alpha. I will do anything you ask for me." "You can go now," I replied and watched as he took his leave.

My gaze fell on Astrid again as soon as Doctor Smith left. Astrid still looks peaceful as she sleeps, having no idea of what is happening around her.

I had to ask Doctor Smith to lie and hide the truth. It was the only way I could hide the truth about Astrid.

 

Chapter 164: Older Brother

Drystan's POV

As I finally stepped onto the familiar grounds of the Shadowfang Pack, a deep, bone-weary exhaustion settled over me.

The long journey from the Nightsong Pack to here had taken its toll, both physically and mentally, but even as my body cried out for rest, my mind was consumed by a far greater concern - the wellbeing of Astrid. Two days ago, I received the news from the Shadowfang Pack that Astrid's life was in danger. The moment I heard what happened, I instantly rushed out of the Pack, determined to be there beside Astrid as soon as I could.

However, Beta Caden, our Pack's Beta, stopped me before I could even take a step out of the Packhouse.

He held me back and punched out my senses through his words. He made me realize that I have my own responsibilities as an Alpha, and I can't forget all about them just for Astrid.

I had no choice but to stay for two more days. My duties and responsibilities as an Alpha held me back, but there wasn't a minute that I never thought of Astrid.

Of course, I trust that Alpha Theron will take care of his daughter. Astrid is in good hands. There's no better place for her than the Shadowfang Pack.

Nova was also diligent enough to give me updates on Astrid. I just couldn't stay still until I was with Astrid.

To say that I was deeply worried was an understatement. I finished everything as soon as I could just so I could finally leave and be with Astrid.

As I strode purposefully through the Shadowfang Pack territory, I caught sight of a familiar figure - Nova. I've told her that I'm coming today. I didn't expect that she would wait for me here. "What took you so long?" Nova asked as she approached me

"What are you doing here? How is Astrid?" I asked her.

"Asha and Alpha Theron are there guarding her. Drystan, are you alright?" Nova's eyes squinted worriedly when she noticed the exhaustion etched across my features.

I felt a surge of relief to hear that Astrid was fine, and just as I had thought, Alpha Theron wouldn't let anything bad happen to his daughter. "I'm alright," I replied to ease her worries. "I'm sorry that this happened to you, Nova. Tomorrow is your birthday, but " "It's okay," Nova cuts me off. "I just hope that Astrid would wake up soon. How could we even think of celebrating my birthday while Astrid is fighting for her life?" Nova replied understandingly.

"I'm really sorry, Nova," I muttered guiltily. "Is there something you wish as a gift?" I asked her, hoping that I could make it up to her by giving her whatever she wished to have.

Nova suddenly lowered her head and smiled sorrowfully. "I'm already turning 23 tomorrow, and I still don't know who my mate is. I just wish I could finally meet him."

My heart tightened when I heard her wish. Usually, the earliest that werewolves could meet their mates is when they turn to age eighteen. It's about to be five years already, yet Nova still hasn't met hers.

I could understand where her feelings were coming from. She's not getting any younger, and there could be a lot of reasons why she still hasn't met her mate.

I'm sure she's afraid that she won't

find her mate ever. "Don't worry, Nova." I placed a hand on her shoulder to comfort her. "I will surely help you look for your mate. That lucky bastard has to love you and appreciate you as his mate. promise you I will make sure that

your mate accepts you not

what. I will also take care of your marriage. You don't have to worry about anything else."

Nova turned silent when she heard the promises I made from the bottom of my heart.

As an Alpha, she can place complete trust in my words. I had promised her sister before she died that I would take care of her like an older brother.

As an older brother, it's my job not to let anyone hurt her.

"I know that," Nova finally replied. "I'm lucky to have the Alpha of the Nightsong Pack as my backer. With our connection with the

Shadowfang Pack, I doubt that I ne

anyone would even dare to reject me as their mate," Nova answered haughtily.

I scoffed at her audacity. Still, I know that deep inside her strong words lie many worries in her heart.

"That's why you don't have to worry, Nova. Even if your mate is a human, I will do all means to make him stay with you," I added, hoping that my words would placate her worries.

I followed Nova as she led me to where Astrid's room was. I pushed back the fatigue that threatened to overwhelm me. I couldn't wait to see Astrid again.

I didn't expect that Astrid and I

would meet again like this. I told her

before that wouldn't stay long at

the Nightsong Pac. However, a month has passed, and she's already been in an accident, so

haven't fulfilled my promise of

I still

coming back.

"What do you mean you made a mistake, doctor?" I heard Asha's voice after we turned to a corner.

My brows furrowed when I saw Asha and Andros standing outside Astrid's room, talking to a doctor.

"What's wrong?" I asked as soon as I approached them.

All of their gaze snapped towards me when they heard my voice. They all looked surprised, not expecting to see me behind their backs.

 

Chapter 165: Great News or Fake News?

Drsystan's POV

Asha's eyes turned wide when she saw my face. She was clearly surprised to see me, not expecting that I would suddenly turn up behind her back.

"What took you so long to get here?" Asha asked as soon as she recognized my face. "I thought you wouldn't be coming. I thought you didn't care about Astrid as much as you did before now that she had finally served her purpose," she commented disdainfully, trying to get on my nerves.

Nova has been regularly updating me with their life in the Shadowfang Pack. Even though I was away, I still knew what was happening to them.

Nova had once informed me that Asha had provoked Astrid into a fight before. Asha thinks that our purpose of coming here was to gain connections with her father and use their Pack to stabilize our failing Pack.

Since the words she threw at me weren't new anymore, I let it slide out of my mind.

"What?" Asha snapped at her brother angrily when he suddenly discreetly held her back by the arm.

"Is there anything wrong with Astrid, doctor?" I spoke up, changing the tides of our conversation.

I came here to check on Astrid, not to pick out a fight with them.

"Alpha Drystan." The Doctor bowed his head first as he acknowledged my status.

"I was just here to explain that I made a mistake-"

"What mistake?!" I instantly snapped, my fists clenched by my sides.

I wasn't able to hold back my anger the moment I heard the word 'mistake.' If this is anything serious, I swear, I will not let this stupid Doctor get off the hook.

"It was about Astrid's wolf. I made a mistake by saying that Astrid's wolf was dead," The Doctor explained eagerly when he saw my anger.

"Do you mean... do you mean to say that Astrid's wolf is alive?" I asked with a look of disbelief on my face.

At the same time that I received the news that Astrid's life was in danger, I also received the news that her wolf had already died, unable to survive any longer.

I was so devastated when I heard the news, and I was more afraid of what would happen to Astrid if she had learned about it.

She had lost everything that she had. I was afraid that she would lose the will to live because of this.

To hear that Astrid's wolf is still alive sparked the hope that I had already lost within me. It would be great if Astrid's wolf still managed to hold on.

"Yes, Alpha!" The Doctor nods his head enthusiastically. "Astrid's wolf is still alive. made a mistake. At that timez Astrid had lost a huge amount of blood, so her pulse was naturally weak. It made it difficult for me to sense Astrid's wolf; this made me think that her wolf was dead."

"Doctor Smith, how could you make such an obvious mistake? You are one of the best doctors in our Pack you are only second to me, so how could you mistake that Astrid's wolf is dead?" Asha retorted, not buying the Doctor's words.

"It's because of my negligence." Doctor Smith suddenly bowed his head for forgiveness. I want to apologize for the worry I had caused all of you because of my mistake. I promise I will be better in my job next time." "Next time?" Asha scoffed at his words. "With your negligence, you would be very lucky if you didn't mistake a living person for a dead body next time.

Doctor Smith's cheeks turned red when he heard Asha's comments; however, he was unable to say anything. As a renowned doctor, this must be the first time that someone insulted his abilities.

It's too bad Asha is way better than her, so he couldn't afford to insult her back.

"This is a great news!" I exclaimed, making everyone turn their attention to me. "This means that there's nothing else wrong with Astrid, right?" I asked, just to make sure that I understood him right.

"Of course, Alpha. Astrid is showing good signs of recovery. She will recover soon, and everything will be alright," I nodded my head when I heard his response.

Asha stared at Doctor Smith suspiciously, not buying his words. She must be upset that Astrid wasn't permanently harmed. I know that I shouldn't just mind her.

"So Doctor, the wolf that appeared earlier, you were saying that is Astrid's wolf?" Andros asked as if something didn't click right in his mind.

"Yes, that's right. There is no other reason behind this except the fact that I made a mistake," the Doctor answered, trying to convince us with his words.

"Shouldn't you be happy that your

sister is all right? I know she's just your half-sister, but she had never done anything wrong to any of you for her to deserve people wishing her wrong," I spoke up to defend Astrid.

I'm already getting offended by the repeated questions they are shooting the Doctor. It's already getting obvious that they weren't happy with the results

Asha gritted her teeth as she glared at me. "I'm just more concerned about Astrid than you actually do," she shot back.

My brows furrowed at her reply. It's clear that they were asking questions because they were unhappy with the results. I was confused by her words