"I didn't even know he got married," Luna said.
"Under pressure. The council was breathing down his neck. Poor boy was grieving, confused." Ravena sat at the edge of her chaise and patted the space beside her. "Sit, child. Even though as king, you have all the power, you still have no power."
Luna eased into the seat beside her. "So tell me," Ravena said, scrutinizing her again. "Why are you looking so pale? It's like you have no blood left in you."
"I just need some sun," Luna said, trying to wave off her mother's scrutinizing gaze. "The sun in Blood City is veiled with some kind of human technology. It's like being trapped under grey glass. I'll get out more while I'm here."
Ravena narrowed her eyes, unconvinced. "I'll have the medic take a look at you. How long are you're here for?"
Luna chuckled. "Just this weekend. Then I'm back with my vampire prince."
Ravena sighed dramatically. "So, three days before your bloodsucker shows up with an army. Charming."
