Chapter 40

• Raven clenched his hands together and looked straight at Brienne as he began to talk.His voice was low but steady, carrying the weight of ancient truths.
• "Long ago, there was a Moon Goddess named Selene who watched over the world," he began. "She created many creatures, but one of her most cherished creations was the wolf," he added. Raven paused for a moment to collect his thoughts before going on.
• "These wolves were special—unlike any others. They were intelligent, loyal, and fiercely protective of the forests they called home. Selene, moved by their devotion, bestowed upon them a sacred gift—the ability to transform into humans. These were the first of our kind, her children, blessed by the Moon itself. Over time, humans gave us a name: werewolves," he said.