•| SAPPHIRE
It’s the day of the duel.
And I think I’m even more ready and excited for this than I’ve been for days. Because today, I wouldn’t be fighting to win for myself but for Aunt Hannah as well. I couldn’t wait to see her again. I couldn't wait to tell her that I’d won and that she would no longer have to suffer again because once I become Luna, I will make sure she’s treated with the best care.
“Welcome to the duel!” the Priestess announced, her eyes scanning the crowd.
I looked up at Camille, who was seated beside Gavin. My gaze darted to the hand he had around her shoulder, his expression smug like he was telling me “look what you’re missing.” I almost scoffed because there was still that tiny ache in my chest.
We could have become something more, but it ended in the worst wa
