Chapter 73 Violet

• The day went as I had hoped, everything we had planned was perfect. I know that Aunt Della would say we made too much fuss, too many flowers or too much food, but I wanted to make sure she was remembered, that all that came would say I had done a good job for her. I didn’t want to fail in my last task for her. I missed her terribly, and this was my chance to show her that, show those who knew her that I loved her. Show them just how much she had meant to me. She has done so much for me over the years, this was my chance to do something for her. I wanted to do it well. And I think I had, with the help of my friends.
• The small church near to our home had been full of her friends, former colleagues and neighbours too. Aunt Della was clearly a much loved lady. So many lovely things were said to me today. I knew just how kind she was, she had shown that in her treatment and care of me so many times, but, I heard so many kind tales of things she had done to help people or of stories of her at work and suchlike. I could not help but smile. She was amazing. She truly was. I had been blessed that she had been the one to take charge of my care after I lost my parents. That I had been given the opportunity to spend my childhood with her. I would forever be grateful for that.
• She had touched so many lives. Tate never left my side, his hand either in mine or on my lower back to remind me he was there. I felt cared for and supported today and it meant the world to me. I don't know how I would have got through it without him. Hattie had been by my side too, being a courteous host to the guests, offering me support and making sure everything went smoothly. But from what I understand, that is part of being a Luna too, so she is clearly a natural in her role in the pack. And today, Lachaln was assisting her with that. I felt almost sad when the day had come to a close, and the last guests were leaving the community hall we had set up the small get-together after the service in the church.