His Blue Moon Princess
Chapter 102

Early December, 11 months into Nora's coma.

"She's turning 19 today."

Sylviana raises her head to look at me, a bit surprised. "Are you talking about Nora?"

I nod. I just thought about it, too. We had her Birthday celebrated with present and all last year, but those last few months have gone by so fast I almost forgot. From behind her kitchen counter, Sylviana resumes her cutting. She has been at it since this morning. I don't really know what she's been doing, I see her bring lots of flowers and seeds from her garden, mixing and cutting it, boiling stuff and crushing it in one of her mortar. As usual, she won't explain anything. It's like watching someone cooking, but I don't recognize any ingredient or have the slightest idea of what she's preparing.

Though, as a werewolf, I love being at her place. Sylvia's house is like a greenhouse. There are plants about everywhere, on tables, shelves, even on the walls and ceiling. When she doesn't grow plants, she dries them or cooks them into some stuff. She even stocks some roots and branches. I don't get it, but she knows what she's doing.

"I see..." She says. "Let's visit her then!"

She smiles at me, and I get up from the bed, grabbing my pants to put on.

"You think I should get her some present?" I ask.

Is it ok to bring a present to someone in the coma? She's been in that state for almost a year already...

"I know I'm bringing one!"

Sylviana's melodious voice is as cheerful as usual. Sometimes, I'm surprised by how my girlfriend is optimistic despite the situation. Especially when it comes to Nora. But it's contagious too. I feel a bit cheered up after hearing her. "Alright, I'll do some shopping on the way then."

Sylviana smiles and keeps doing whatever she was doing. By the time I'm off the shower and dressed up with a clean t-shirt, she is done, and only carries an intriguing vase full of dried plants, and a little bottle with a yellowish liquid. "You're giving her dead flowers and some magic water?" I ask, laughing a bit.

"Don't underestimate an earth witch Liam! They are not dead, and this is not magic water either. Now let's go."

We leave her place and head towards my brother's territory by walking. Sylviana doesn't like cars or bikes (way too polluting for her), and only walks or take her bike when she needs to go somewhere. I don't mind, I'm an outdoor guy too. Moreover, her place is located so I have to cross the Purple Moon territory to see her. I used to be fun, escaping Lissandra's guard dogs to get to my girlfriend. But nowadays, her little cousin took the Purple Clan over, while she is now too busy with her Violet Moon Alpha responsibilities to bother. And after the War, since my brother got his official King position, most of the Packs get along so well nobody really cares about the borders anymore.

Thus, we arrive a while later at the General Hospital of Silver City without a problem. Of course, Nora's got the best room. Top floor, with too much space and a view she doesn't give a s**t about. It's even regularly full of new flower bouquets, presents from other Alphas to the City Luna, wishing her to get well and so on.

"I bet he's here..." I sigh as the elevator goes up.

Sylviana doesn't answer, but she's got her gentle smile on. I shake my head. Damian, Damian... My brother is never giving up on Nora. Sometimes I'm a bit jealous of their fated mates' relationship. If only I could be Sylviana's...

We enter the room, and as I suspected, my brother is in his usual spot, working on his laptop, in a chair next to Nora's bed. I don't know how much time he usually stays there. I've seen him spend the whole day there, but sometimes he's also out, making visits on other territories or attending meetings at the office.

Turns out he's not the only one here. On Nora's bed, a huge brown furry ball is snoring softly. Her best friend and bodyguard Bobo comes to visit her almost as often as my brother, from what I've seen. Hi, Bobo.

He only opens an eye, but goes back to sleep right away. That's Bobo for you. Sylviana walks past me to go see Nora, gently putting a hand on her forehead. Damian watches her like a hawk. Anything or anyone who gets close to his beloved Luna, he'll know. He's always been protective of her, but since she's in the coma, it's even more obvious. He probably has some super trained and carefully selected medical team taking care of her, and anyone else who enters this room shall be facing some serious problems... But my girlfriend wants nothing but to help. She doesn't say anything, but when she takes her hand away from Nora, she's smiling. She actually puts the dried plants she brought in a glass vase, and a delicate perfume spreads in the room. Something fresh, delicate and enchanting. I'm used to it, but my brother raises an eyebrow once it reaches him.

"What's this?"

"A potpourri," explains Sylviana. "It helps calm the mind and refreshes the room. Plus, this one will last long."

"Thank you for her..."

She smiles at my brother.

"I made it with some of Luna's favorite smells, but it's also for you," she answers with her usual gentle smile.

Damian looks a bit surprised. Of course, he spends a lot of time in this room too after all and mostly doing work. Honestly, I thought my brother would be in a much worse state, given his mate's condition. I still vividly remember the horrid days when he was still looking for her, trying to repair their bond and replace his mate who was in constant danger. Nowadays, things are certainly different. Even if she's not really here with us, Nora is certainly safer and much cared for. She even looks peaceful like that, lost in her very deep sleep. The only signs of her being alive are the heart rate monitor, her slow breathing, and her hair. Funny enough, her hair keeps changing color at night, her dark brown shifting to a pure white as soon as the sunsets. It's a phenomenon I've witnessed a lot of times, but I still can't get used to it. It started happening a few weeks after she fell into a coma, when, according to Sylviana, her health and Moon Power had been replenished enough.

At that time, we all had thought that would also mean she was about to wake up, but we were eventually disappointed. The only who didn't was Damian. No matter one, he strongly believes she will wake up, but never mentions how long he's willing to wait. The answer would probably be Forever...

I walk to stand beside my brother, putting my hand on his shoulder.

"Come run with me later."

"I don't have time for a run, Liam..."

"Shut up, you're spending you full days here, you'll end up as stiff as the furniture at this rate. You gotta move your butt Damian, Nora's not gonna like it if you don't take care of yourself just because she's not there."

My words seem to reach him, especially since I mentioned Nora. And I'm sure she would agree. She'd want Damian to live his life even without her, and me to help him with that. He's not been depressed at all, but he hasn't been the most cheerful guy either. He doesn't go out much and just keeps himself busy like a robot. He finally nods.

"...Fine, I'll come with you."

I'm satisfied. I take a look around the room. It's pretty much the same as always, except that there is a whole batch of presents gathered in one corner. That's a big pile of gifts... There are even a couple of pastel balloons and a fruit basket. Seriously, do they expect her to have them through IV? I walk over and take an apple from it, as I'm a bit hungry.

I check the cards. The most expensive-looking present is a huge diamond necklace, certainly old-fashioned. The card says it came from her cousin, William Blue. I frown. "What shitty taste..."

And obviously, he has no clue about Nora likes. No way she would put on something so ostentatious, ever. That guy is too weird for me to understand. He still resents me for escaping their surveillance, from what I've seen. That was a fun escape anyway. I should have asked Sylviana to fill the room with butterfly poop!

I check her presents. The Jade Moon sent her quite a few, too. Guess they still don't have any Alpha... Damian has assigned them to watch the border for now, but everyone knows their loyalty goes to Nora only. Of course, Tonia sent lots of branded clothes. I notice a letter too, in the middle of all those colorful gifts, and take it secretly to my pocket after recognizing the writing. Sorry Nora, but I'm curious about the sender...

"How is the house?" Asks Sylviana.

My brother suddenly decided to have a house built for Nora and him, to welcome her when she would come back. He really dedicated a long time thinking about it and making the plans with architects. I think this is his way of keeping himself busy while she's absent. That, and work, his Alpha duties and so on.

"It's progressing well. It should be finished by Spring."

Spring... Will Nora be awake then? Even Sylviana can't tell how long it will take for her to come back. Sometimes, we see a reaction, like her heart getting a bit faster, or her hand moving a little. But nothing more so far. It's a bit infuriating, honestly. I've never been a patient guy, but Nora, you're not helping at all, girl.

Things have changed a lot. Fewer Clan fightings, Damian gathers all the Alphas once a month to address any issue. Our defenses are getting better too. Sylviana's become some sort of advisor to my brother and them, and she has a lot of protections all around Silver City, granting us more time before the other Witch comes back.

However, things aren't exactly peaceful either. First, new packs have been coming to Silver City after the huge fight. Rogues who were chased away by our Father, and others who responded to the call of a Royal Luna. The Steel Moon, for example, has been settling on the Gold Moon's former territory, along with a couple of smaller packs. Our werewolf population is increasing, and there are some arrangments to be made. But overall, what strikes me the most is the obvious fact that we are getting stronger for one main reason. To protect Nora.

Since we know the Dark Witch will be after her, everyone is getting ready to act. Of course, this witch really wants is Silver City, but for that, she will want to capture Nora, the Moon Goddess's grandchild, first. It's a werewolf instinct to protect a Royal, but more than that, everyone in this City really loves the Luna. They know what she did to prevent the War, her unique heritage and story, and how she sacrificed herself for her fated mate, the King. You have ties to most of the big Clans and protected the Jade Moon despite what they had done to you. Even Damian is more respected than ever because of you. Nobody ever contests his position anymore.

You've become our local Princess and you don't even know it, girl. Everyone's looking forward to your awakening.