SOLANA
Hawke's warm gaze turned cold.
"You will be buried alive to appease the moon goddess," he said, and my eyes widened in horror.
Suddenly, he let out a laugh, his blue eyes twinkling.
"Just kidding, Luna. Hey, no pressure, okay? Just...my alpha seems to like you. Even if you're unable to give him an heir, will you please stay with him? He's a very lonely man. He won't admit it, but he's barely living," he said.
I was deeply moved by Hawke's earnest words. I'd been around cruelty and oppression for too long, this was a breath of fresh air. Not even Elric had an official who cared so deeply.
"I-I'll do my best," I stuttered. He beamed.
"I'll wait for you to get ready. Meet me in the sitting room, yeah?"
I nodded, and he walked away.
My heart pounded faster as I retreated into t
