CHAPTER 71

The packs house.. The warriors stared in shock, as the Luna made her way to the training grounds. The only time they'd seen her outside was during meals and lessons, and she had always walked alone. There was something different about her today though, she seemed almost … happy. The warriors were a bit puzzled by it too; the Luna never smiled much. She stood tall, head held high as she strode towards them, and for that moment, even the air felt like it stopped around her, the warriors watched as she drew closer, the way her chest heaved with every breath. 'Luna." They bowed as she approached them. Their respect would normally prompt a sharp rebuke, but today she didn't seem to notice them. 'Is he here?" she asked. Her voice sounded strained, the warriors blinked as her shoulders sagged, almost imperceptibly. 'Who?" one of the warriors asked. 'Ives." The Luna said. 'Where is my son?" The warrior exchanged confused glances. The Luna looked up at them finally, anger