“Yes.” He sat forward slightly, resting his elbows on his knees. “I wanted to ask how you’re feeling. I heard what happened between you and Bella..." Of course, I should have known. Someone already went to him with gossip, maybe Bella herself. I can only imagine the version she must have told him...and the funny thing was that the entire pack members around would likely back her up, even if she told a lie. "Uhh... before you judge me, let me explain," I said immediately. "You don't need to. I know the pack isn’t always easy on newcomers...especially not on one who's been imposed on them as their Luna.” I stared at him, stunned. He knows that too? My first instinct was to scoff, to put up my defenses, but the sincerity in his tone stopped me. He was serious. “I’m fine,” I said, maybe

