Chapter9: The Next Luna

*Isla* “Good morning, dear,” Poppy says, pulling the curtains in front of the window open. I squint at the bright light and try to wake myself up. It took me forever to fall asleep last night, and now that I am awake, I feel like I’ve been hit by a bus. My head is throbbing, and all I can think about is the dirty dreams I had about the king last night. I mutter, “Good morning,” and manage to get my eyes to open as I sit up. “Your breakfast is on the way. Would you like to take a shower while we are waiting? I will get your outfit ready for the day. I’m not sure what the king’s plans are, but we have permission to go outside. I can show you the gardens.” Poppy smiles at me in an encouraging manner, and I find myself growing a little excited to get outside of this room. “I think that would be lovely,” I tell her. “Good,” she says. “I’ll go warm the shower.” Before I can protest, she is off and in the other room turning on the water. I can manage. I’ve never had anyone do anything like th