Chapter 119

"Whatever floats your boat, love." Diana beamed. Our suitcases in tow, we made our way to the foyer. I looked at Diana falling in step beside me, smiling to myself as I saw her walk with regality and grace. She looked every inch a queen€the same magnificent wolf who belonged with the Gods. Only a year ago, she was walking through these halls apprehensive, but now her movements were sure and her confidence was brimming. I was so proud of her. We approached the foyer, and we immediately saw Patrick, Valeen, and my mother and father. We approached my parents first. My mother embraced me tight, and Diana also. "I'm so proud of you both, especially you Joan." My mother sniffled. "Keep each other safe, and come home soon." She said a couple more things that had Diana sobbing and me almost tearing up, and I felt a pang of sadness. Diana hadn't had a mother's touch for years now, and I was glad that she and my mother had a special connection. The way my mother's hand held Valeen's as well, I