I take a few deep breaths and hobble over to a stump nearby, realizing how painful my leg is. I look down and immediately regret it. My ankle looks bad.
I try to gather my thoughts. How am I going to explain this?? I remind myself I wouldn’t have even been there if he had wanted me to be trained as his Luna. I think back to the battle and try to visualize that gun. What even was that? I’d like to see it again.
I feel it immediately as it appears in my hands. It startles me and I lose my balance.
Smooth Jade. I push up to my hands and knees. A chill passes over me - the adrenaline is wearing off and I’m reminded I’m only in a short black dress with no shoes or underwear.
Not an ideal scene for one’s boyfriend to walk up to, but here we are.
Xander’s step falters as he sees me on t
