Kendria "This is Naomi Greene, our nominated Elder for Lonely Haven," I introduced her to the council. Naomi stepped forward and joined me behind the podium in the council chambers, where we both waited to hear what they wanted from us. The morning had gone by in a whirlwind. Between my sparring match with Rowan, talking to Harlie, witnessing that awkward discussion between her and Mason, and professing my love to Rowan, I was already wiped out. But I knew I couldn't miss this, or any other meeting that the council requested. It would jeopardize our chances of being pronounced official. Although a growing part of me was starting to feel like it would be okay if that did end up happening Now here I was, my hair still damp from my shower, wearing a deep green sweater with soft grey dress

