Natalia’s POV
I was the Luna of Moonshadow now.
It hadn’t been what I’d expected—no grand wedding, no swearing-in ceremony, no one to witness my becoming a leader except those who were closest to me and the Moon Goddess herself.
But it was my life now. My responsibility. And with Andrei gone, I had to stand in his place.
It was my duty to ensure the pack remained standing while he was gone. No, not just standing, but thriving and safe and protected against the waves of rogues.
I leapt into my duties with fervor; perhaps it was a mechanism to cope with Andrei being gone, but I didn’t care. As soon as I could get away from the house, I prepared an escort to take me to Oakshield, where I met with Luna Ellen and her oh-so-wonderful husband, Dan.
I didn’t expect a glittering reception, bu
