The moonrise sky was painted with streaks of silver as a black convoy pulled away from Moon Estate. For the first time in months, Emma wasn't watching Brandon arrive at her estate and wondering how long he would stay. This time, she was the one going to him.
She sat inside one of the vehicles with Mrs. Thompson beside her. Mrs. Thompson reached over and gave her hand a gentle squeeze.
"You're doing the right thing. Just follow your heart."
She looked at her for a moment before giving her a small, reassuring smile. She turned her attention to the window and rested her hands in her lap, her fingers intertwined tightly as the familiar gates of Moon Estate slowly disappeared behind them.
No royal meeting awaited her. No official ceremony. No state visit. She was simply following her heart.
Across from them, Bryan sat beside Charlotte, unable to contain his excitement. He leaned forward, his eyes bright as he looked at Emma.
"Mother... are we really going back home?"
