Lucy’s pov : The mansion's grand door clicked shut behind me as I kicked off my boots in the foyer, a silly grin plastered on my face that I couldn't wipe away no matter how hard I tried. The art exhibition with Ronan had been... magical. Perfect. Cute in a way that made my beta heart feel like it was finally in the spotlight, not just orbiting Naomi's omega drama. The fairy lights, the scent-infused paintings, his hand in mine the whole time, it replayed in my mind like a favorite book scene. My cheeks heated just thinking about it. I padded upstairs on socked feet, the wooden steps creaking softly under the weight of my giddiness. Naomi's room light was still on, spilling a warm glow into the hall. I knocked lightly before pushing the door open. "Hey, you up? I have to s

