Lydia pov
I slowly opened my eyes, and as I looked around, I realized I was still in the woods. Confusion filled me as I couldn't fathom why. Did I accidentally spend the night here? I tried to remember, but my mind was blank, as if the events of last night were lost in a fog. With a sense of urgency, I stood up, deciding to return to the Castle.
I knew that by now, John's father might be searching for me, and I didn't want to cause any more trouble or risk involving my mother. As I made my way back to the Castle, a silent prayer hung in my heart: Please, let me not encounter anyone on the way.
Upon entering the castle gate and nearing the door, my heart sank as I spotted my mother, John, Kat, and the alpha, all gathered and fixated on me with their eyes. Confusion swirled within me. Wh
