Loriann's POV still

With Uncle Tristan busy, Louise and I decide to pay Luna Serene a visit.

Louise knocks on her door, but there is no immediate answer. Muffled sighs and cries can be heard on the other side, which makes us frown. But then I realize that the woman is probably dealing with the pain of her mate's infidelity and has therefore shut herself away.

"Perhaps we should come back another time. She's obviously not expecting a visit, Louise," I whisper. But before we can turn to leave, the door swings open. In front of us stands a woman with blood-red eyes, a face with deep wrinkles and I...