Chapter 171- Luna's decision

The morning light streamed through Luna’s window, warming her face. She slowly opened her eyes, blinking at the sunlight. Her thoughts from the night before came rushing back, making her sit up in bed.

She was free.

The word felt strange in her mind. Free. No more cleaning, no more orders, no more fear of punishment. And Raphael… he had offered her a place in his home.

Luna hugged her knees to her chest, thinking deeply. She had stayed up most of the night, ...