Hailey's Perspective
I woke up in my own bed, almost believing it had all been a dream.
But it wasn't.
Nash really was a werewolf.
And he really was Mellie's father!
I clutched my head, overwhelmed by panic.
My mind kept replaying Nash's words.
I had almost forgotten that I had stabbed Cole in that reception room.
Nash was right. I had committed a crime.
If they really pursued it, I could end up in jail.
But I couldn't bear being separated from Mellie!
I had to find a way to stay on Nash's good side, stay close to Mellie, and then look for a chance to sneak away with her...
With that resolve, I slowly started to calm down.
Nash's words had scared me, but after years of raising Mellie alone and facing countless crises, this was just another hurdle to overcome.
Besides, staying
