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023| One Hour To Leave, One Second to let Go

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This fueled my anger, giving me the strength to make a decision I never thought I would.

I needed to live. If this was my only option, then so be it. I can't lose entirely in this game.

There was a reason I was a Luna. It's now my turn to bargain.

‎I swallowed the lump forming in my throat before I spoke.

‎“I will go with the King,” I said, my voice low but steady, like iron wrapped in velvet,“ but only if Mia goes with me.”

‎A hush fell.

‎Murmurs rustled through the hall like dry leaves.

Dravon watched like a sovereign judge, his lips tilting slightly. He was visibly amused by my proclamation.

‎Mia’s eyes went wide.

‎Her fingers gripped the edge of her cup, so tightly her knuckles shone white.

There was no way I'd leave Mia here to face these gruesome elders on her own.

They would have her head immediately when the king stepped out of the door.

Besides, I need an ally with me if I eventually go with the King. I need someone I trust by my side.

The elders bristled, outrage
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