Apphia
What is Morgana doing here? I wonder. Should I go up to them? While I contemplate, one of the men I'm speaking to about the aid speaks,
"We are grateful to you, Luna, for all the help you have given us and for coming all the way here,"
"It's our pleasure," I hold the man's hand. They are all smiling at me, gazing at me with love, relief, and appreciation as though I were important.
‘ You are_ you’re their Luna,’ my wolf’s voice is soft as she speaks. I exhale silently. Yes, I’m Luna—the alpha prince’s mate.
My gaze goes back to my mate, and our eyes meet. Nicholas gently smiles at me and gestures for me to join them. I excuse myself from the group, walking to my mate without showing my eagerness.
Once I reach them, Nicholas puts an arm around me.
"Apphia, this is Lieute
