Elaine POV
The morning light filtered through the windows of the Crescent Moon packhouse, casting a warm glow over the spacious hallways.
I walked beside Lila, still processing everything that had happened. It had been a whirlwind since I arrived at the pack, and today felt like another step into the unknown.
Lila and I had been called to meet an elder of the pack who was tasked with introducing us to the people who lived in the packhouse.
It wasn't just a place for meetings and ceremonies—it was a sanctuary for those without a home.
Orphans, those who had lost their families, or those with nowhere else to turn found refuge here. The pack took them in, giving them purpose and a sense of belonging.
As the elder spoke, I couldn't help but think about my situation.
I had always kn
