*Zara*

The botanists who remained on board for the Luna Lily project were very helpful and pleasant every time I visited them, which was a huge relief.

I spent the day visiting the cave, which the archeologists had again confirmed was perfect for the Luna Lilies. I shoved the thought of Noah to the back of my mind, and no progress had been made in finding my mate, either.

As I walked around and noted the structures meant to hold the vines, I smiled, ...