By the time the brunch ended, Bella was both mentally and emotionally drained. Asher found her and pulled her into a quiet corner, his presence immediately grounding her.
“How are you holding up?” he asked, concern etched on his face.
“It’s… a lot,” Bella admitted. “But I’ll manage.”
“You’re doing amazing,” he said, brushing a strand of hair from her face. “Don’t let them get in your head.”
With a deep breath, Bella nodded, as she returned to Luna Lora for their day's activities, while the Alphas entered the Council Room.
The day’s events for the Lunas were organized meticulously, led by none other than Queen Kaia herself. Bella admired Kaia’s grace and poise as she directed the gathered Lunas, assigning them to small groups for the activities. It was an opportunity for the Lunas to b
