All Chapters of Luna's Calling: Marked Through Trials: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Ersa “Eve,” I called out once the lesson was thoroughly finished. “Nothing happened.”Why did it feel as though I was explaining myself to a partner?“These occurrences are common, Ersa. Since you are two fundamentally attractive individuals, it is merely predictable that you would feel... a certain magnetic interest.”“That is not it!” I protested, then quickly moderated my tone when I realized how defensive I sounded. “Truly, that is not how it is.”She chuckled. "Do you fear that I will relay this information to the Alpha? Set your mind at ease; your personal liaisons are not within my jurisdiction to criticize.”“That is not it,” I repeated. I was not usually one to defend my actions, but if the Alpha knew of such a flagrant act, I did not know how severely he might react.“You need not worry. I am sure the Alpha would not care either way. After all, he is also someone who has been physical with other women. I am certain a mere peck on the lips is nothing by comparison,” she state

Ersa“Alright,” I finally replied after a few pointed exchanges of glances with Eve.“Alpha,” Eve greeted him with a respectful bow.“I extend my apologies for intruding upon your current studies.” the Alpha said, his tone low.“It is quite welcome. There is nothing better than having all misunderstandings clarified,” she answered, sending me a meaningful glance before sighing dramatically. “After all, my pupil's attention span is currently nonexistent.”“Indeed,” the Alpha acknowledged, immediately returning his attention toward me. “Shall we?”When I followed the Alpha, he led me down a familiar path: toward the gallery. I couldn’t help but tightly close my eyes at the sight of the sofa where our last confrontation had occurred. I desperately hoped this was not his awkward way of making up.Without even approaching the sofa, he faced me. “I apologize.”I gave him a forced, minimal smile. “For what exactly, Alpha?” I replied in a careful, formal tone, making sure I sounded as compose

ErsaI brought Alpha Sano to my favorite place: the Dew Pine Tree. It was a place of deep wonder, especially just before the moon fully rose. It was my sanctuary, and I wanted to share this haven with him.“Have you been here before?” I asked as I settled onto the ground beneath the thick canopy.“Once or twice,” he replied, taking a seat beside me.I raised a challenging brow. “But it is the very symbol of your pack, is it not?” I teased, noting his unfamiliarity.“It is often true that the most exquisite things,” he replied, looking up at the leaves swaying gently, “are better left undisturbed.”“Indeed,” I agreed.Today, I saw more of the man beneath the title. The true 'beauty' he was hiding beneath his manufactured perfection. These beautiful qualities were what others might mistakenly call flaws, but they were the essence of Alpha Sano himself.“So, how precisely does the lady intend to increase this effect upon me?” he asked, a playful darkness entering his voice. “Engaging in

EverineDespite my prior irritation with Ser Orpheus, I was rather pleased with the outcome. All sweets served within the mansion or the homes of nobles are prepared by private chefs, but the local treats sold in town were distinctly different and delightfully genuine.I couldn’t help but hum as I finished one cake and moved on to another pastry, completely forgetting that he was sitting directly across from me, sipping his tea.“I no longer require your presence,” I told him, putting down my fork gently, a stark contrast to the speed with which I had been consuming the sweets moments before.“But I am quite content with yours,” he replied with a gentle smile that actually reached his eyes.I let out an exasperated breath. “Look here, Ser Orpheus. I have been completely civil with you, but I am close to having an outburst, and I would rather not have our Prefect be the subject of it.”He chuckled, and I couldn't help but get even more irritated. Gritting my teeth, I gave him a straine

ErsaThe next special test was announced, and I knew I couldn't look at Orpheus the same way again. I had taken him for a mere pretender, but never a blackmailer or a kidnapper.Even with the chilling truth about Rose, I couldn't ask anyone for help with the matter; her safety was my sole and terrifying responsibility for now.“Good morning, ladies. As you all know, the Wolf’s Eye is a test of intelligence, but it also covers your interaction with the Pack. As a Luna, you are expected to socialize with your people and treat them like family,” Orpheus began, looking at us with the kind gentleness we first met him with—a mask I now recognized as deception.“Therefore, the second special test commences: you are to mingle with the townsfolk during the festival that will occur tonight,” he added with a slight smile, gesturing for us to applaud, which we did reluctantly.A festival? I hadn't heard of such an event before, certainly not in our Pack.He looked at me, understanding my confusion