Chapter 52

Cerys's POV

When Luna Vivienne brought up the past, I could see the discomfort flicker across her face. She rubbed at her nose-a nervous tic she'd never shed.

"You really are one to hold a grudge, aren't you, Cerys?" she said, half-laughing, half-defensive. "Those were just words said in anger. Do you really think we'd demand repayment of your meager upbringing? Over a few coins?"

Her tone was air