Chapter 160. Saphira’s Decision

Celeste’s POV

I had a nagging sense that Saphira and our Goddess Rene shared a certain solitary streak: both of them chose to situate their homes on the outskirts, preferring quiet seclusion yet occasionally emerging to watch the she-wolves at play. That similarity flitted through my mind the moment I set eyes on Saphira’s dwelling.

The path leading to her house proved shorter than I’d anticipated. A straight lane of white-bricked road guided us directly to a two-story building crafted from a blend of sturdy wood and smooth concrete. The crimson roof suited its forested environs, the red tiles almost glowing among the leafy greens. I paused at the edge of the clearing, struck by how seamlessly the structure fit into the landscape.

With a gentle rap from Ronir, the heavy wooden door swung open on its own. For a fleeting second, I thought I saw tiny strands of hair slither beneath the threshold, then vanish into the earth. The sight made my skin prickle, but b