I Am The Luna

I Am The Luna by Moonlight Muse Chapter 36

A Past Forgotten

ZAIA. “Thank you, Alpha Hugh, for allowing Valerie to be placed here and for the warm welcome,” Jai says as he shakes Dad’s hand. “And for allowing me to stay at your pack, it is a great honour.”

Dad nods curtly. “Don’t take it for kindness, I only agreed because you have been a carer for Valerie. You will be allotted an apartment and you may visit Zaía’s place, but be aware, due to you still being a part of that pack, a guard will accompany you at all times. Do I make myself clear?” Dad’s voice is crisp and curt as he looks Jai dead in the eye.

“Yes, of course, Alpha,” Jai says with a firm nod. “After dark, you are not to venture out around the pack, save going to and from Zaia’s home.”

It had been a great surprise when Dad had asked if any family would be staying with Valerie and if so, then he needs to know so he can have security enforced.

It was only jai who would be staying with her, something that Sebastian and Jai both thought was ideal, having Jai closer to me, too. Although I made it clear, I am perfectly fine without them!

“Well then, have a good evening,” Dad says to the both of us before he glances at the house for a second before he takes his leave. “Come on in,” I say.

Valerie’s room was already arranged in the conservatory, and I had everything in place for my hope in this ritual of healing.

I know the omegas who helped set the place up and Dad thought I was crazy, but they entertained me anyway. I didn’t even care when I received side-eye looks when they brought in the supplies I asked for.

I didn’t mind what they thought of us, as long as she got better by it. I’m willing to try anything for her.

I need my girl back. “So… can I meet them?” Jai asks me. He looks a bit nervous as he tries to hide his excitement. The children…

I nod, smiling slightly. “Of course,” I say, leading the way inside. “I told you to have dinner with us. He nods, “You were saying, I hope you cooked because I miss your food and I’m excited to meet those little mini versions of you.”

Or one mini version of Bastien. Sebastian and I had arranged a time for a call tonight, and I won’t deny that I’m a little nervous… It’s the one time we have arranged a timing, so there is a chance it won’t just be a quick thing…

I have a feeling he’ll ask me why I left like that… and with me asking Atticus, which I did tell them, I’m sure he might want details.

I lead the way into the lounge, pushing away those thoughts and smile, watching the twins who are playing with building blocks.

“Holy…” Jai mutters. I look at him and back at the kids, realising they are building quite an impressive structure.

“No Sia, like this see?” Zion says gently, showing his sister where to put the little piece she’s holding.

“Smart little buggers huh…” Jai whistles as the twins are so deeply immersed with what they are doing they don’t realise we’ve entered.

“Children, come on over here, this is… Uncle Jai, a friend of mine.” I say, drawing their attention away.

They both look up and Zion is the first to spring up and hurry over, with Sia a few steps behind. “Hello,” Zion says, holding his hand out to Jai.

Jai crouches down and I can see the emotions in his eyes. “Hey, Zion.” He says softly, taking his small hand and giving it a shake. “Love your hair.”

He ruffles his hair before I see him touch his chest and lower his head ever so slightly.

He’s acknowledging him as his future Alpha. He glances up at me and for once there’s no smile as he tries to contain his emotions, looking at Zion once again.

given

in

to protect

Sia clings to my leg shyly, peeping out at

to meet you. They are mini versions of you…” He says looking up at me as

“But I don’t look like a

kiddo, it’s

that. “Alright, dinner is ready! Jai, how are you?” Mom’s voice breaks the emotional atmosphere, and

you still look as beautiful as I remember, if not younger and even more ravishing.” Jai flirts as he stands

can’t help but smile, reminiscing

(FLASHBACK)

to elope?” Jai teases Mom, earning himself a frown

go find

Mom scolds.

do you expect me to stay

my heart skip a beat before his strong arms lock

a jolt of pleasure through me. My breath hitches as I look up at him. We had recently found one another and

trying to tolerate him, although she kept telling

my lip, about to reply, when Mom looks up disapprovingly and calls

sparkle before he smirks. “I am going to hold

(END OF FLASHBACK)

calm my emotions as I

with Atticus was two nights

everything will continue the way it is between us, I do feel I need to put distance between

he’ll accept it and move on to find someone else. “Oh, you

that always the case with anything

I’ll eat it. And it’s an instant favourite!” Jai says with

as she leans closer to

observe her. She looks better today, but she has her good days… my heart squeezes and

me intently and turn my attention to

few years. ago. We used

he looks lost in thought for a moment before

gently, and she simply nods her head,

dinner passes by smoothly and we are almost done when Mom asks

not too far from here. I’ll be around daily, though.” Jai grins. “Nonsense! I told you, Zaia, to let him stay here.” Mom says,

Dad said for safety reasons, and I know we trust Jai, but he’s not part of

things in the room upstairs. Putting him

in shock. She’s willing

always been fond of Jai,

his hand. “I appreciate being able to at least be around you all. It’s not too far from here, and I respect that the Alpha is prioritising Zaia and the

at his words, she sighs in frustration and slumps back in her seat. “That man is far too arrogant and

to

frowns. “There’s nothing to

that’s all that matters,” I say warmly, giving Mom a gentle poke of my eyes as a

to them, then why shouldn’t they have

that I should ask myself that question. Why isn’t Sebastian a part

as we continue to eat our dinner. “Do you think that’ll work?” Jai asks as he stares through the open roof of the conservatory, which was now set

and the kids are getting ready for bed and Jai is about

high hopes. This method surely worked, or we wouldn’t have such books

over time, Zaia. We have now