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s. The sweet scent of the Circle of Life bouquet envelops me, calming my senses

ng my muscles. I close my eyes, letting the gentle breeze rustle my h

thoughts untangle, and my heart rate slows. I breathe in

e caress of the breeze blend together in perfect harmony. I feel m

ce – surrounded by nature's beauty, savoring the simple joys of life. I fe

and the gentle creak of the parlor door. My sister, Aria, enters with

the sofa beside me. "I don't know how much more of

face. "What's wrong, Aria? You look like you've been carr

en pushing me to practice my magic nonstop, and Father's been breathing down my neck a

We've both been under immense pressure lately, our ro

ll. Just for a little while, let's forget about our duties and simpl

omfortable silence, the warmth of our tea and the soothing scent of the

ay, my brother has been absolutely wonderful to you. I've never seen him so

uca always knows how to make me feel loved and supported. He's the r

ld, and I know he's found it with you. The way he looks at you, Luna... it's like his whole world revol

erything, Aria. I don't know what I'd do without him." I sai

d. "You two were meant to be. I'm honored to have you a

r door bursts open, and three strangers rush in, carrying Luca's battered body. My heart sto

g to her mouth. "Luca! Oh

cally. One of them spots me and rushes over. "Please, you h

ng for a pulse. It's weak, but he's alive. I look up at the stranger

We were ambushed, and he took the brunt of it. We managed to escape and bri

e us to whoever did this. Now." Aria said

per story. But for now, my focus is on Luca. I turn to Ar

fear. "A Pack attack? Who would dare harm him?" I a

n. "We'll find out, and we'll make them pa

gaze at Luca's battered face. His eyes flutter ope

h me!" I beg, m

in pain. "Luna... my love...

on't apologize, my love. Just stay with me. Pl

s. "We'll get through this, Luna. We'll make sure he's okay." Ar

rrange for a healer to be summoned. I hold Luca close, praying for h