She couldn’t believe that she’d fallen for Alvaro. He’s so different than anyone she’s ever met, yet somehow he still manages to make her feel so happy, so warm, and most importantly safe.

She takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart. She turns onto her side, curling up into a ball. She shuts her eyes tightly, trying to keep her tears at bay. She starts to silently cry, wondering why she felt the need to fall in love with someone like him.

It didn’t take long for the tears to stop. But even then, Luna lies awake for quite awhile more, just thinking.

Luna wakes up early...