Arabella found herself confined within the palace walls. She was restricted from venturing beyond her room whenever Alpha Alexander was present in the palace. Her freedom was tethered to his comings and goings. She could only come out of her room when he departed for work or meetings. The arrangement left her feeling like a captive in her own home. Only a few trusted servants and maids were permitted to converse with her and cater to her needs.
Arabella immersed herself in books, finding solace in the escape offered by the pages.
“I need the book called 'Knight of the Crimson Moon.' Have you found it?" Arabella inquired, her voice laced with frustration. She had sent the maid to fetch her favorite book, but the maid returned empty-handed.
"I scoured the library thoroughly, my lady, but
