The Luna ceremony, one of the most revered traditions in the werewolf community, began amidst the gathering dusk. As the first hints of twilight touched the sky, a hush descended upon the assembled crowd. The open area, adorned with delicate white flowers and illuminated by hundreds of floating lanterns, set a magical ambiance that seemed to transcend the boundaries of the mortal realm. At the center stood a raised dais, covered in velvet, where the ceremony's main rituals would take place. On it, an ornate silver chalice filled with a shimmering liquid symbolizing the merging of two souls was prominently displayed. A soft, melodious chant started its rhythm in tune with the beating hearts of those present. From a distance, a procession began its approach. Leading the group was Lucian, d