Chapter 52 – The Healer's Trial

Lyra

I left the room with butterflies in my tummy. The effects Gabriel left after our conversation, I feel relaxed, accepted doe ones.

But meeting Lila, the main healer of the pack. I took a deep breath and tried to calm my nerves.

"We got it," Selene, my wolf, reassured me. But even she sounded a little uncertain.

I carefully dressed in a simple dress and leggings, not wanting it to look like I was putting on airs. As I was leaving my room, I almost bumped into Zara, one of my new maids.

"Oh! Good morning, Luna," she said, bowing slightly. "Are you ready for your appointment with healer Lila?"

I forced myself to smile. "As ready as I'll ever be. Any advice?"

Zara hesitated. "Well… Lila can be a little… intense. Be yourself, Luna."

Great. That was really helpful.

I made my way across the field, feeling eyes on me with every step. The whispers followed me like shadows.

"Here is..."

"The outsider..."

"How long do you think she can last?"

I raised my chin and refused to let them see how