The Luna Choosing Game by Jane Above Story

Chapter 0560

"I'll keep an eye on her," Julian said, holding his brother's gaze.

"Thanks," Nicholas said. He placed his hand over mine on his arm, then, gently, pulled my hand away from him." I'll be back as soon as I'm able."

I could see the determination burning in his eyes. I didn't want him to go but I knew he wanted to see this through for himself. He didn't trust anyone else, except maybe Julian, but Julian hadn't seen what Nicholas had seen. Nicholas needed to tell the ambassador all of it.

I lowered my hand down to my lap.

Nicholas stood up slowly, like he had to physically force himself to leave me. He held my gaze for as long as he could, before turning and following Nathan toward the house.

Bridget rushed after him. "Nicholas! Did you see my win?"

Nicholas didn't reply and all three disappeared into the mansion.

glad you're okay," Jessica said. She sighed. "I need a drink." She turned toward the mansion too

Julian asked. Glancing sideways at

Veronica. "Thank you. If it wasn't for you,

at the corners of Veronica's mouth. "I did what I set out to do. Keep you alive was the goal." "Mission accomplished," Julian said. He gave Veronica an

pride grew brighter. "Nicely done. A

blush. "No choice in the moment. I'm

"Me too," Julian said.

"Me three," I agreed.

me. "The minute your head dipped below water, his shirt came off and he was running forward at a full-clip.

swims better as a human," Veronica said. "He would have done anything to get to Piper quicker. And I'm glad he did. A few seconds later..." She didn't

"Mommy..." Elva sniffed.

she rushed into my arms,

made her words choppy and difficult to understand. "You...

to me and gently patted her back.