Blood Moon City was more crowded than it had been in years. The streets were packed with people, all gathered to witness the coronation of the new Luna.
At the center of the ceremonial platform stood Seraphina, dressed in the moon crested ceremonial robes that had once belonged to me. A golden full moon had been embroidered across the fabric, its threads flashing brilliantly beneath the sunlight.
Aiden, Bryce, and Cyril stood on either side of the steps.
All three wore the most formal attire of the royal court, yet their expressions were grim. There was no joy on their faces, none of the excitement one would expect from men about to welcome the future Luna.
The backlash from the Black Moon Curse was still tormenting them. Every breath they took hurt.
Just as the priest prepared to rai
