Becky’s eyes continued to scan every corner of the room as if she was searching for some hidden secret, her movements sharp and invasive. Thalia could feel the tension rising with each step Becky took closer to the closet, her heart pounding as she desperately hoped Becky wouldn’t open it.
“This room is way too nice for someone like you, don’t you think?” Becky sneered, glancing at Thalia with a smirk.
Thalia forced a chuckle, trying to keep her voice steady. “Well, the Alpha King gave it to me, so…”
Becky rolled her eyes, crossing her arms. “Oh, I’m sure he did. Probably felt pity for an orphan like you,” she said, her tone dripping with contempt.
Thalia’s smile faltered, a familiar pang of hurt stinging her heart. She took a steadying breath, reminding herself that Becky’s words were
