Emma's POV
I wake up to the sound of Charlotte's voice, and my eyes snap open in surprise to find her standing at the foot of my bed, a mischievous grin lighting up her face.
"Charlotte, what are you doing here?" I ask, my voice laced with confusion as I sit up in bed.
"I'm bored, Emma," she replies, her green eyes pleading with me. "Can we hang out together in the pack house's garden? It's so big and beautiful, and I want to explore it with you."
I hesitate, my mind racing with thoughts of whether Matthew would permit such an outing. After all, he's the Alpha, and I can't do anything without his permission.
"Um, Charlotte, I don't know if that's a good idea," I say cautiously, chewing on my bottom lip. "What if Matthew does not like me roaming around so freely?"
But Charlotte shakes
