Dana POV
As I sit on the couch, facing Bathel who kneels before me in his chamber, the atmosphere is heavy with tension. His voice, usually commanding, now carries a hint of indifference as he asks, "Do you have infertility?"
My heart clenches at his question, and I find myself struggling to form words. "I didn't choose this," I manage to murmur, my voice barely above a whisper. "I know I can't fulfill the role of your Luna if-"
"Please, don't say that," he interrupts gently, his voice softening with genuine concern. His eyes, once filled with intensity, now reflect worry and uncertainty.
His touch on the side of my face sends shivers down my spine as our foreheads press together.
"Please, don't ever do it again," he pleads, his voice filled with desperation, his words echoing in the chamber.