Nala
I took a deep breath, calming the fire inside me. "From now on, you will show these people respect," I said to the guards, "or you will answer to me directly. Understood?"
They nodded, their faces showing a mix of relief and fear. They knew my word was final, and it was time to make sure everyone else did too.
“Look, Nala, I do not need you—” Raya started, her tone sharp, trying to give a comeback.
"It’s Luna to you," I corrected her calmly, my eyes never leaving hers. She smiled, but it was more of a smirk, her attempt to undermine me.
"Your neck is bare, darling. You can’t claim that title yet," she said, her voice dripping with condescension. I laughed at her weak attempt to provoke me.
"I am not a mistress, Raya, so this will be done properly. And the last time I checked, Xa
