**Reika/Zara** I could already see the magazine headlines ‘Luna of Raven Claw sends Beetwood Matriarch into a heart attack.’ I stood behind Stephan, his hand around my waist protectively as the ambulance wheeled Mrs Beetwood out of the party alongside her husband. Even with the numerous flashes of cameras going off in my face, I didn't put my head down. I didn't shrink out of sight like I normally would have. Yes, the elders weren't totally on board with me being Luna yet but that didn't mean I was showing to sit back and let anyone walk over me. “Don't cause anymore trouble.” Stephan whispered in my ears. A trace of humour was woven into his words and his hands felt more relaxed around my waist. I ran my tongue over my lips. My cheeks burned as I could still taste the minty feel of

