Later that night, as I lay in my bed staring at the ceiling, I felt a mix of emotions swirling inside me. I was excited for the future but also terrified. Change was never easy, but for the first time in a long time, I felt like I was stepping toward something good.
The next morning, Aria and started toI prepare for our journey to Onyx Pack. She was just as nervous as I was, but when I looked at her, I saw hope. We were both getting a fresh start.
Aria turned to me. “Are you sure about this, Amara? You don’t have to come just because of me.”
I smiled, linking my arm through hers. “I’m not just doing this for you. I’m doing this for me, too.”
She squeezed my hand. “Then let’s do this together.”
I nodded, feeling a newfound determination settle in my chest. “Together.”
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