“What did you do?!” Lena gasped, her eyes wide with shock.
I had left the Alpha’s house in the middle of the night. I didn’t want to go home—showing up unexpectedly in this state would only scare Tanya. I didn’t go to Jasmine and Max either; they had a baby, and I didn’t want to burden their peaceful home with my drama.
So, I went to the Alerco family instead. Maybe it was selfish, but I desperately needed someone to talk to—someone who could help me make sense of this half-bond mark. And honestly, there’s no one better for that than them.
Without asking any questions, Lena let me in with quiet understanding. She sent Artyom off to bed, saying we had “women’s matters” to discuss. After preparing a calming herbal tea, we sat together in her warm, cozy kitchen, and I finally told someone
