Chapter 44

Gunner’s POV

“Well, good morning, finally. How was your sleep?” Rus was grinning from ear to ear as I pushed Zayla towards his desk roughly.

I was not exactly gentle towards the Luna as I immediately let her arm go, making her lose her balance. I was not sure if Rus would find it odd if I helped her stand, so I just stood by the door and hoped that she would find her footing again. Thankfully, she was able to grab onto the chair in front of the desk.

Clearing his throat, Rus looked behind Zayla and at me with a satisfied grin. ‘Weird’, I thought to myself as he instructed me not to hurt her in any way. And now, out of the blue, he lets me manhandle her for him.

“You have her.” I saw Zayla turn to look at me, “The ball is in your hands. I’ll come back to Portland as planned.”

“What—? Gunner, you’re leaving? Tell me you’re taking me with you.” Zayla asked, her voice hoarse from all the shouting and crying she did before I pulled her out of her room