LILYA Meeting Ava always had this effect on me, but today was different; I had some daring plans in mind, and I couldn't wait to share them with her. I finally found Ava sitting by the fountain, looking as serene as ever, I couldn't help but grin like a mischievous little pup. "Hey, Ava! You won't believe what just happened," I blurted out as I approached her. Ava looked up with a knowing smile. "Oh, I'm all ears, Liyla. What have you gotten yourself into now?" "Well, you remember Alpha Damon, right?" I asked, trying to contain my excitement. "Of course! The formidable Alpha who's as strict as the moon is bright," Ava replied with a chuckle. "Exactly! Well, guess what? I mustered up all the courage in the world and asked him if I could go out of town with Lucas to dig into his past

