Isabella's POV
After Olivia left, I made my way back to the hidden training camp where our female warriors gathered. The moon cast long shadows over the trees, reminding me of another moonlit night long ago.
"You're late," Beth called out softly from her guard position. One of our newest recruits, but already showing promise. "Everything okay with the Alpha heir?"
"Just fine," I managed a smile, noting the steady 87% hovering above her head. "Gather the others. Training time."
As the women assembled, I caught Beth studying my expression. "Something's bothering you," she observed. "Your eyes have that far-away look again."
"Just memories," I replied, watching the others warm up. "Sometimes the past refuses to stay buried."
"Tell us," Beth settled cross-legged on the ground, others fol
