I Am The Luna

Chapter 0397

VALERIE.

“Oh yeah, before I forget, here.”

I look up as Zade holds out a wad of cash that he’s just taken out of his pocket.

“What’s this?” I ask hesitantly as a soft wind blows and I brush my hair back, only for him to reach up with the arm that is around me and brush it back for me. “Thanks, my sexy Stallion.”

“It’s the deposit you put down for the apartment,” he says.

I frown, I’m sure the deposit was non–refundable if we cancelled.

“He gave you that back?” I ask, confused.

He shrugs. “The situation was complicated, but all that matters is that you got it back.” He leans over, slipping the money into my bag. “What else do you have in there?”

I smile sheepishly. “I did get a little shawl for if I get cold…” I admit, before tilting

my head up. “But I forgot I had your snuggly arms waiting for me.

He hides a small smirk. “Exactly.”

“Thanks for getting the deposit back. I just hope you didn’t threaten him.”

cocks a brow. “I didn’t.”

crook of his arm and close my eyes,

but I don’t

I will…

Frowning, I jolt upright, only to see Zade asleep

did we get

I fell asleep on

so

but I wouldn’t change last night for

means struggling to get up there. Next time I will get him to give me a

glance out the window. It’s not dawn yet… but will be

soft smile on my face, as he stirs, and I snuggle into his side. He instantly wraps his

(Last night)

when I return with

stepped out

he plans to leave you

he wouldn’t usually, but I’m assuming since you’re here he did.” I point out.

reply, observing me seriously. “Are

and I truly mean it. Sitting down on the sofa opposite him, I tuck my leg up to face him, knowing this is a conversation we both need to have. ” Really, he’s… this might sound unbelievable, but he’s sweet and caring. I’d say a man of fewer words but, compared to how he

Stubborn is what I’d say.” Atticus

just another piece for the goddess to use. He didn’t choose his birthright.” I sigh, clutching my mug, welcoming

not one who can speak of matters of the heart, but one thing I do understand is that we really don’t get to choose who we love.” He

I say, giving him an apologetic smile.