The soft light of dawn peeked through the thick curtains. It woke me up from my sleep. The meeting would start soon, maybe in an hour. I could already feel the pressure in my chest. It was a tight knot that I always felt on mornings like this.
I got out of bed, and my legs felt shaky. My bare feet touched the floor. The room was silent, and it felt heavy. I knew that soon, the council hall would be filled with noise. This was the calm before the storm, and I had to be ready.
When I looked in the mirror, I saw a mix of tiredness and determination. The face looking back at me was not just mine anymore. I was now the Luna, but I was still finding my way in a legacy I didn’t start. I could see Alexa’s face in my reflection. I had her sharp jawline, her curved lips, and her striking eyes that
