The room was small yet inviting, featuring a single bed tucked into the corner beneath the window along with a modest chest of drawers. I set her bags down on the floor and returned to her mother.
"All settled in?" Mom inquired, her tone a bit too cheerful.
"As settled as I can be," I replied.
"Don’t worry, Mina," Seara chimed in cheerfully, "You’re going to love it here, and you’ll be back home before you know it."
"I hope so," I attempted a smile, "I’m sorry for being a bother."
"Oh, that’s what family is for," Seara waved her hand dismissively. "You're always welcome in my pack. Are you sure you don’t want to stay, Aunty?"
"No, sweetheart, I really should head back," Mom replied, then glanced at me, "Unless you need me to stay?"
"No, Mom, it’s fine," I smiled. "Ant needs you more
