Chapter 209

I wake up feeling just a bit lighter and I want to talk to Sierra about what Lillian said at dinner. I’ve
never actually talked about my scars to anyone or what they could possibly mean. I race to get
ready and head down to the kitchen to grab a snack from Stella.
I’m actually excited for school, which is a first. I normally would take training over sitting in a
classroom any day, but I really want to see her. It feels like forever and I need to talk to someone
about anything other than training, but especially about yesterday and everything with Audrina.
I skip the golf cart and just walk to the school. I left with plenty of time not wanting to run into
Audrina in the morning. School gave me almost an entire day without her and I would take
advantage of that wholeheartedly.
I walk up to the old building, still in awe of the structure, head in and toward my locker. Before I can
even finish getting my things together Sierra runs up behind me and hugs me around the neck.
“Man, I miss seeing you everyday! There has got to be a way that I can see you more often, this is
terrible.”
“I am allowed to have people over to study. I just have to get the days and times cleared first, but
that would be great though.” I turn and hug her back. “And I have news for you.”
I gave her the quick version of Luna Anne’s letter and told her I would send her pictures of all the
dresses I tried on so she could help me choose. We debated whether I would see Xander at the
dress fitting or not since all of the guys were supposed to be at training.
She said she hasn’t heard from Sam since I was released from the hospital and the Luna Queen let
her call the guys and let them know that I was okay. That is my only reservation about being here,
the isolation from my friends. Even though I would have been kept from them anyway while they
were training, there’s only lasted through the end of the summer, mine was going to be years.
“I wonder if you could write to them?” Sierra muses as we reach her classroom. “At the very least
you should be able to write to your brother. That way you could check in, I’m sure they miss you too
and are worried. You had just barely started talking to them again when you were attacked.”
“Ugh, don’t remind me. I feel terrible about the way I treated them and then we were all just
separated.”
“Don’t you feel bad about that! They deserved it and karma decided to give them a real kick when
you were attacked and then whisked away in the middle of the night. None of us even got to see
you. You were just gone.”
“Really? I don’t remember any of that. I remember the beating loud and clear and then I woke up in
the Royal Pack hospital. Nothing in between. Osiston had to tell me how long I was unconscious.
Your parents did a ton of tests on me, but wouldn’t really say what they were doing or why. I really
should talk to them about what they were looking for.”
“They didn’t say anything to me. It was all really quiet actually, now that you say something. But we
aren’t talking about that right now. Tell me more about your meeting with the Luna Queen, what do
you think she will have for you?”
We spent the rest of lunch talking about dresses and what happens at the conference. I could care
less about dresses and was trying to formulate a plan to get Sierra to this dress fitting with me, her
and Luna Anne could go nuts and I would just stand there like their life sized Barbie doll. I also
wanted to just hang out with my friend. We aren’t in any classes together and I just see her in
passing. I bet Luna Anne would be alright with it though, I just don’t know how to reach out to her.
Can I just write a letter and hand it to someone? That seems weird, but probably my best bet. I’ll
have to remember to ask Nickolas today when I get back to the bunk house.
“She should put you in burgundy.” I am pulled out of my thoughts back to Sierra’s dress musings.
“Why burgundy?”
“Jewel tones are your friend, girl.” Sierra’s friend Renee says as if that should be common
knowledge. I guess stuff like that is to them. “You could actually get away with wearing just about
any color. Your blonde hair picks up every tone and you are so tan, I’m jealous by the way, every
color would just be highlighted.”
“I can’t believe you get to escort Alpha Prince Xander. I heard he has refused to take a date to any
function for like the last three years.” Molly chimes in. I have learned that she is good for accurate
gossip. She loves the drama, but does her homework and digs down to the root of all the things
being spread around. It doesn’t hurt that her doll face just invites you in and she genuinely listens to
everything people say to her. “How did you get so lucky?”
“Not sure really. We are friends and I’m here in the pack now so it would be convenient. I’m also a
warrior so it’s an added layer of protection for him since he is starting to train and learn the Alpha
King’s role. I’m sure there are plenty of vipers out there trying to get his attention or force a chosen
mate connection. It’s kind of sad really. He doesn’t always know who his real friends are and who
just wants to be near him because of his title.”
“And you just want to be his friend?” Renee asks, skeptical.
“Of course. I have never been the boy crazy type, so anyone who isn’t my mate really doesn’t
interest me like that.”
“Are you kidding? Have you seen that boy, er, man? He is huge and drop dead gorgeous. Are you
telling me you have never thought about what it would be like to be with him?” Molly sputters.
“No, not really. I mean he is very handsome, anyone with eyeballs can see that. He is actually fun to
talk to and just hang out with though. I have had the opportunity to do that, but I don’t think I could
be his mate. She would have to be someone impressive to handle all the different packs in their
needs and wants. The Luna Queen’s job is so hard, I don’t think I would be cut out for that. So
nothing else really matters, right?”
“You are far better than I ever could be. If he gave me the chance I would jump him in a heartbeat
and not regret a second.” Renee has us all laughing now and we finish the rest of lunch speculating
on all things Prince Xander. It has been so long since I have felt this light and free of worry or
anxiety. I am glad that Alpha Reggie made me continue with school. Nickolas was right, there are
just teenage things I need to experience before I commit to adulthood.