Chapter 87

Chapter 87.

Nelly’s POV.

As we arrived at our pack, I stretched my arms and groaned, feeling the stiffness from the journey. I felt a pair of hands wraps around my waist, and I looked up to see Kex’s mischievous smile. He pressed a kiss to my nose, and my cheeks flushed red.

“Stop,” I said, playfully pushing him away. “We’re outside, for goodness‘ sake.”

“Can’t I even kiss my woman?” he said, his tone teasing. His words sent a flutter of butterflies through my stomach..

Harry cleared his throat, and I could see the amusement in his eyes. “Alright, let’s get down to business,” he said, turning his attention to the group.

I stifled a chuckle, shaking my head. I followed the others inside, feeling the stares of the servants and guards upon us.

It was almost as if they were surprised to see us, especially me. I didn’t have the energy to worry about what they thought. I simply wanted to focus on the war.

I sat down beside Kex, and the maids began to serve the food. I tried to focus on the meal, but I could feel Astel’s

es on me.

“Congratulations,” one of the maids said. “I heard you’re now the Luna.” I nodded, flashing her a small smile.

“Thank you,” I whispered.

She seemed about to say something when Astel yelled, “Get out!” The words were harsh, and I rolled my eyes.

“I was just going,” the maid stammered. I put my hand on her arm, stopping her. I looked around the room, all eyes on me.

from my wrist and handed it to the maid. “A gift

with a smile.

much, my lady,” she said, her eyes wide with

me Nelly, you

of course, Nelly,” she said, nodding her head. “May the goddess bless you with many healthy children,” she said

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Chapter 87

chuckle, the thought of having children sending a jolt of nerves through my spine. She bowed down

I ate, I could hear Kex and Astel talking about the war, their voices growing louder and more urgent. I suddenly realized that this place no longer felt like home to me.

heard Aisha’s voice, and I looked up to

muster a smile. “I’m fine.”

didn’t push it. She turned her attention back to the conversation between Kex

behind us, I let

a long day.” He placed a kiss on my

stood there for a moment, the events of the day swirling in my mind. I felt drained, my body and mind weary from the journey and the tension

we had made the right decision in joining the war. The thought of it

my feet to the dressing table.

against the mirror, staring at my reflection. My eyes were bloodshot, and my

hard to the floor, my breath catching in my throat. Everything around me was flying, the sound of crashing glass

chest, my whole body shaking. I stayed there, frozen on the floor, as the sounds of battle raged around me. I knew

gradually faded away, replaced by an eerie silence. I heard the door to the bathroom open, and Kex

okay?” he called out, his voice

O

feeling

walked over to me, concern etched on his face. He placed a hand on my shoulder and

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