29 One morning , I opened my eyes to a bright, warm light streaming in through the open window. Confused, I sat up, rubbing my eyes and taking in my surroundings. I shivered in my thin tunic and threw the scratchy blanket off, rising to my feet and going to the bars of the cell. As I approached, I saw a figure standing outside, watching me curiously. It was the Alpha. His eyes met mine, dark and intense, and I couldn't help but feel a pang of fear. "Good morning," he said, his voice deep and commanding. I hesitated, unsure of how to respond. After all, I was still a prisoner in this cruel world. I recoiled, backing away from the bar. " Good morning! " I answered, my voice barely above a whisper . I could feel his gaze piercing into me as he leaned in closer. His chiseled jaw set

