Cassiopeia NyxLuna queen?I lay in bed, the blanket wrapped protectively around my frame as I fiddled with the fabric. I wasn't one to draw attention to myself. Instead, I would find ways to remove myself from the human eye, from scrutiny and criticism. Still, this was something I had to do.I inhaled deeply, mustering the courage. “Xeros…” I whispered, barely audible, but I knew he’d hear.The room was pitch black, but I could hear him, almost see him turn around to look at me, the sheets rustling on his side of the bed, the far side of the bed. Away from me.“Yes, angel?” His voice was soft, gentle, as if he feared startling me."I… I think I’m ready to meet the pack." The words tumbled out quickly, as if they were planning to retract back into my throat if I didn't say them quickly.There was a brief silence, one that I could feel in the tension of his body. “Angel… are you sure?” His question was careful, but not doubting, as if he needed to know I truly understood what I was as
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