Nara

I've been feeling low and anxious since the birth of my son. My body and mind feel exhausted, and I don't know what to do. I have all the help I could ever want, and Serena has been extremely caring towards the baby, but I can't shake the hollowness I feel.

Rhysand is a strong baby and eats a lot, really a lot, which is a good thing. Tonight, I'm having dinner with my father, Sonny, and his closest circle, the faction leaders. I'm wearing a lovely white halterneck cut-out dress and heels. Concetta did my hair and makeup.

"You look so beautiful," Concetta says, admiring me. She sits...