The silence in the office was so thick it felt like the air itself had weight, pressing down on my chest and amplifying my unease. Every second stretched into eternity, my nerves growing more frayed with each passing moment. I couldn't decide whether to meet Alpha Joshua's gaze or keep staring at the floor like a scolded pup. Thankfully, his voice broke the oppressive stillness.
"Vanessa, please have a seat."
I hesitated, my eyes scanning the room. Two empty seats remained, and neither was inviting. One was beside Lillian, her sneer practically daring me to sit near her. The other was next to Luna Karen, whose calm demeanor barely masked the dangerous glint in her eyes.
Reluctantly, I chose the latter and walked forward, my steps heavier with every move. Settling beside Luna Karen, I k
