Chapter 18: Amber's Scarred Past
(Dominic's POV)
I noticed Amber's trembling hands as she nervously played with her dessert. Despite her brave words about handling rumors and mockery, her body betrayed her true feelings.
"You mentioned being bullied in high school," I said carefully, watching her reaction.
Her amber eyes darkened, and she set down her fork with deliberate precision.
"It was more than bullying," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper. "What happened to me... it nearly destroyed me."
I remained silent, giving her space to continue if she wished. After a moment, she did.
"That's when Cora emerged—prematurely. My wolf transformation completed under... extreme conditions."
I nodded slowly. "I heard about it. I was abroad then, training for my Alpha respo
