Violet's pov
It hadn't been very easy to locate Elia's shed since it was located in the outskirts of the village. I had to ask some villagers for directions before I could locate the place. But I couldn't help but notice the stares and the whispers.
"The Alpha's rejected bride."
"The slave bride."
"The spirit is against her."
"She's a cursed one..."
I kept walking in the throes of gossip that filled my path. I brushed angry tears away as I moved forward.
Everyone was against me. But I couldn't care. I just wanted somewhere to rest and eat. After I had scaled through this huddle, I'd have been ready for what tomorrow will bring.
Finally, I sighted the thatched shed and ran towards it. I drew to a stop when I saw the long queue in front of the shed. There wasn't a single woman on the
