KAIA
I shut the door behind and with Hailey still in my arms, I walk to the room and lay her gently on the bed. She's still asleep.
Then, I stand straight and stare at her face.
They tell me that she carries something in her blood that ties her to their world. And I've never been this confused in my life, because me? I’m nobody. I grew up in an orphanage with nothing but cold hands pulling me into line when food is ready and harsher voices telling me to keep quiet while they force themselves on me.
No parents, no answers. Just me and I damn well know I’m not a werewolf. So when it comes to this mess, I’m out. Count me out.
But Hailey…
I sigh as I try to think back, searching for some clue I missed, something that could explain why my daughter isn’t like me. Nothing adds up. The only
