Tori's POV:
I flipped the café sign to "Closed" and double-checked the register one last time.
My first day at Moonlight Shadow had gone smoothly enough, though my muscles ached from the constant movement. Still, physical exhaustion was easier to handle than the mental strain of navigating my new reality as an Omega fresh out of detention.
After ensuring all the lights were off and the security system was armed, I slung my backpack over my shoulder and stepped out into the crisp night air.
The journey home was uneventful, despite the occasional sensation of unseen eyes following my movements.
To my surprise, lights still blazed from the windows of the main house. I'd expected everyone to be in their rooms by now. As I approached the front door, it swung open, spilling warm light onto
