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Emma

The day of the Moonlight Ball arrived.

The whole Dark Desert Pack was excited. As the Luna of the pack, I was the overall in charge of the event. When I found out about it, I wasn’t too keen. But I figured it was a great distraction while waiting for the day of my departure. So, i accepted the role and did what was necessary.

For the last few days, I dedicated myself to the preparation. My eyes darted around the hall as I instructed a group of omegas to double-check the flower arrangements and lighting.

“Make sure the lightings on the tables are lit just before the guests arrive,” I reminded them. “And don’t forget to stand on the side in case the guests needed something.”

“Yes, Luna,” one of the omegas replied. She bowed respectfully before hurrying off to relay the instructions.

I walked away to check on the table placements. Suddenly, we heard a furious roar through the hall. The sound was so loud that everyone stopped what they were dOing. My heart raced inside my chest. I s
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