His Blue Moon Princess
His Sunshine Baby Chapter 80

"You agreed to what? Moon Goddess, Daniel, did you go crazy! Do you have an idea what you did?"

I can't believe this is my best friend facing me right now. Daniel Lewis, who couldn't even look an Alpha in the years three years ago, just sold someone to the Black brothers? I am f*****g dreaming right now!

Next to me, Reagan is arms crossed, looking at me very calmly. She even has a bit of a smirk on, satisfied by Diego's death.

"The shrimp did something right for once."

"Nothing about this is right, Reagan! Daniel just..."

"Got rid of a r****t and a murderer who was threatening you."

"And you helped him. Of course," I growl at her.

She shrugs.

"It was just about lurking him out. I washed my hands off with whatever happened next. If Black did things cleanly, I'm satisfied." "Satisfied? Reagan! This is..."

"What needed to be done, Elena!" yells Daniel. "I am not kidding about my best friend's safety, Elena. That guy was lurking you, and he could have assaulted you anytime. He's a r****t, and he doesn't even feel sorry for causing the death of an unborn child!" "This was not for you to decide, Daniel!"

He finally shuts up, and I just shake my head, exhausted. It's all happening so fast.

"Daniel, even if Diego was an issue, it was mine to deal with. You can't do justice by yourself or let Nathaniel do it. He just killed someone of our pack because of you, and right before a gathering too! Do you realize how wrong that could go?"

"Elena, you don't get it," he replies. "This isn't about justice. I wasn't avenging you. We live in a world of wolves, alphas, and blood. You're having a miracle child, and this guy threatened you! I am not letting you take any chance of losing that baby. It would kill you, I know it."

He sighs and shakes his head, resolute.

"Nathaniel did the first thing he should do as the baby's father and protected you. I don't care about the cost, and I don't care for an a*****e like Diego. He should have been the one to go to prison, but everyone turned a blind eye and let him back in. Well, I am not making the same mistake of waiting for something bad to happen to you. I saw an opportunity, I took it. I don't care if you blame me for that, Elena. I am no Alpha like you. I don't fight with my fists, but I do what I got to do." Next to him, Reagan nods.

I can't believe his nerve, or that he actually doesn't regret it one bit. We've killed before, fighting for our lives and pack, but this... This was simply murder. And I can't cope up with that thought associated with my best friend. "Daniel, I understand, but... I still think this was all wrong. I'm sorry."

"It's okay, babe. What's done is done. I'll live with it."

Just with that, we both agree to close that topic for now. I can only deal with so much. Moon Goddess, those days have been so crazy... I pray Nora's side can really come up with the solution to fight all of this madness.

As promised to Nathaniel, I am not going to the gathering, but it's hard. My heart's telling me something big will happen there, and I'm dying to go.

I decide to get out and go see my father and calm myself down. I haven't been to the hospital as often as I used to, and I feel like I haven't seen my dad in ages.

I manage to convince Reagan and Daniel to let me go alone, as I need some alone time to cool my head off. With most of our pack gone to attend Nora's gathering, the streets are quieter than usual. I haven't been on my own for a while, either. I take my time to go there and enjoy the December cold breeze.

Right, it's almost Christmas... The Hispanic neighborhood has been decorated prettily for a while now, but I feel like I only see it now.

The White Moon Hospital is nicely decorated too.

A nurse put a little Christmas tree next to my father's bed. I take the stool next to him, observing my dad again. He ages so slowly, yet I start to see his little wrinkles, and his beard is growing a bit more sporadically. I miss the color of his eyes. My dad had deep brown eyes. I decide to add to the atmosphere, making him listen to some Christmas songs for a while. I don't feel like talking anyway. I'm just glad I can be next to him.

Suddenly, I realize I'm not alone. Sylviana is there, at the entrance of his room. She softly smiles.

"Good Morning, Elena."

"Sylviana? How did you... Daniel called you?"

"No, he did."

She's pointing at... my dad? What the... She walks up to my father's bed and sits on the other side, looking at him.

"He's a very brave man."

"He's the best father in the world."

"Of course," she replies gently.

I don't really understand.

"Sylviana, what are you...? Why are you here."

"It's time to let him go, Elena."

I stare at her, in a bit of a shock.

"What are you talking about?" I ask, in a hoarse voice.

"His fight is over, Elena. You're a strong woman, now. You're not alone anymore. It's time to let your father go."

I keep staring at her, trying to understand her words. No, I understand what she's saying. I just don't want to hear. I don't want to listen. Sylviana is talking softly, so calmly I can't even get mad or cry. Is she doing this?

She turns to my dad, looking at him like he's an old friend of hers.

"Samuel needs to rest, now, Elena."

"He won't... wake up?"

"I think you have known the truth for a while, now."

I look at my father, choking up a bit. He only seems asleep...

"Sylviana, I don't want to say goodbye..."

"I know."

"Can't you not?"

"It's not me, Elena. It's your father. He's the one to decide. I'm not going to do anything. I only came for you."

I feel a few tears on my cheeks. It's so hard. I don't want to let go, to say goodbye. I take his hand, and try to think of words to say. What haven't I told him? In two years, I've said so many I love you, goodbye, I'm proud to be your daughter... I never had any filter for him. Just my heart, poured out day after day to let him know how much I loved the man who raised me.

After a while, I decided to take my phone and select a song. Mom's favorite song. I let it play in the headphones, and Sylviana smiles.

"It's a pretty song."

The singer's voice is soothing, talking about love and his Funny Valentine. About his lover's flows and strength. About how she doesn't need to change a thing... I sing with him, softly. My voice is the worst it's ever been, I'm hoarse and fighting not to cry. When the last notes hit, a long beep follows.

I hold my father's hand a bit tighter.

"Elena, it's alright. You can let go now."

One of the nurse barges in, saying something I can't hear. I can only hear Sylviana's voice, trying to help me. I'm crying helplessly, unable to step away, unable to let go. She comes around and puts her hand on my shoulder, slowly whispering something to me. I don't understand what she's saying, but I feel something warm covering me, and my hands go numb. I can hear my own wailing, erratic and frantic. Sylviana pats my back.

They ask us to leave the room. I hear people giving orders, a doctor walks in as we walk out. Sylviana takes my hand and guides me outside. I can't say no. It doesn't even feel like getting away. My father isn't in that room anymore. He's gone. "Elena? Take this."

She puts a cup of hot tea in my hands. I don't know how much time passed, how long I cried. I take a deep breath and drink a bit. It burns my throat, but I feel a bit better.

"I can't believe he's gone so fast..."

"He went peacefully. He was just glad you were there with him."

"Do you know... What happens after death?" I ask, feeling a bit stupid.

She chuckles.

"Witches don't have the same beliefs as humans or werewolves... We live different lives. I could give you an answer, yet like anyone else I wouldn't be able to prove it. Witches are part of a circle... We live, we die and we are reborn." "You believe in reincarnation?"

"Yes. Our souls go on to other witches to guide them... We carry the souls of our mothers and ancestors with us."

I keep listening to her, but my heart just feels numb right now. Sylviana stays with me until Daniel arrives, followed by Reagan. I see my uncle and Chris running into the hospital, but I don't go in with them.

Sylviana took me outside, to sit in the little Hospital Garden. Despite the cold, I feel better here than within the Hospital white walls. Daniel is on his way, but I have no idea what I'll say. I just feel numb right now. My father just died, and my heart is cold as ice, I can't think of anything else. I want to cry again, and I do every time I need it. My eyes are puffy red, my head hurts and I'm a mess.

I lost my parents... Twice. I really am an orphan now. As long as my father was alive, hanging on, I was okay, but... damn, I've never felt so alone.

I put a hand on my tummy, thinking about the baby girl growing in there. Will I be a good mother? It seems so hard... I want this child so badly, yet my confidence is plummeting. Will I be able to do it on my own, if Nate rejects her... rejects me?

I take a deep breath. It will be fine. As long as I love my baby, it'll be okay. I'll do my best for her, be the mother I've always wanted to be.

I suddenly feel a hand on mine. It's not Sylviana or Danny, it's Reagan. She looks at me with a sorrowful expression, not saying a thing. I gather all of my courage and nod.

"Dad's gone, Reagan."

"I know, kid. How are you holding up?"

"I.."

No words can explain what I'm going through. I just end up shaking my head and holding my tears back. She puts an arm around me, probably the nicest gesture she's ever had with me. I rest my head on my mentor's shoulder, closing my eyes and taking deep breaths not to fall apart again.

"You'll be fine, kid. Sam knew how strong you were. You're a woman now."

I listen to her words, and it's like a weight's being lifted up. Why are Reagan's words so effective on me?

"...There's something else I never told you."

I sat back up and look at her, confused. Reagan looks around, making sure we are alone. Sylviana wandered off somewhere, so we are.

"When I took you from your mother's arms, she asked me to protect you," she whispers. "I had to hide who you were, any bond you had to the Royals. I also... changed your name for that."

"My name?"

"I'll say it only once, because it's a blessed name, and you should hide it for now. It would betray your link to the Royals easily, so only reveal it to people you trust, alright?"

I nod, despite my confusion. She gets close to me and whispers it in my ear, so low I barely hear it. However, when I do, something lits up inside of me.

"...That's my real name?"

"I didn't do much, but I thought it would be better to hide it for now. It makes your identity too obvious."

I agree. This is such a simple thing, yet...

"Elena!"

I see Daniel running to me, out of breath. He takes me in for a hug, holding me tight and close for a few seconds.

"Babe, I am so, so sorry about your Dad... Are you okay? You weren't alone, right?"

"I'm okay, Danny. Thanks for coming."

"Actually..."

He seems uneasy for a while, hesitating. I frown.

"Danny, what is it?"

"I'm sorry babe, but I saw a bunch of the Opale Moon Clan heading south on my way here, I... I didn't know if I should tell you or not..."

Holy s**t. I jump back on my feet. Who would dare to...! I saw Xavier and Chris running to the Hospital, who could be doing this in their back! And after Clark told the whole Opale Moon Clan should stay put! I immediately start growling. This is not the day to f*****g piss me off.

"Elena, wait!"

I ignore both Reagan and Danny and start running south. They're going to have it this time. I mind-link everyone I trust from the Opale Moon, including Daniel's siblings, our friends, and the youngsters I trained. None of them know anything about the group headed south, but agree to meet up with me.

I hear my best friend, already shape-shifted into his tawny wolf form, and my mentor running behind me. Sylviana's apparently gone Moon Goddess knows where, but she shouldn't be involved in this.

When I finally reach the group, they are about to reach the border. I growl immediately. Even in my human form, my Alpha aura and angry wolf voice are enough to stop most of them. Some seem confused to see me here, and so furious. "Elena? What is it...?"

"Where the f**k do you think you're going?" I growl back.

The sorrow from earlier adds to my anger, and the fuel in my voice impress some of them enough to have them step back. I must look scary, with my red eyes, disheveled hair and anger painted all over my face.

"I asked where you're going!"

They hesitate, looking at each other like no one wants to take the blame until someone finally steps forward to face me.

"Mind you, we have a gathering to attend, cousin."

"You?" I ask, confused.

Why the hell would my cousin Iris lead this group? On her father's orders, perhaps? But Xavier just lost his brother, so why would he give orders now... Iris chuckles at my confusion.

"What is it, Elena? Surprised to see me taking the lead, perhaps? I bet you never thought one second your pretty, well-behaved cousin had the guts to overstep her own father's authority to make a deal with the Gold Moon..."

Iris?

Iris would be behind all of this? Since when! I'm so shocked, I don't even know how to react. But my cousin steps forward, not impressed by my Alpha aura.

"Elena, you're no match for me. Step aside and mind your own business, cousin."

I growl back. Hell no. I don't understand what's going on, but I am not letting her ruin Nora's hard work to unite the packs. Iris maybe my adoptive cousin, the one I grew up with, but Nora is my blood. She is the one I feel close to, and the one doing the right thing right now. She's trying to unite the packs and be a good Luna. And so will I.

I am Selena Blue Moon, and I am a fighter of those White and Opale Moon Packs.

And I'll fight for them.