***Nova***
The celebration had ended on a high note, with laughter lingering in the air long after the last toast had been made. I slipped away from the festivities, retreating to my room, a sanctuary where I could finally breathe without the weight of expectations. The ambiance in the hall had buzzed with excitement, but I craved stillness, a moment to collect my thoughts away from the constant scrutiny of the other Alphas.
The day of triumph now sat heavy on my shoulders. I had fought a bear and emerged victorious, yet it did not come without its complications. I couldn’t shake the unease gnawing at my heart. I thought of Axel, of my secret, and of the growing tension surrounding our kingdom. Time was of the essence, and I could not allow myself to remain complacent, no matter how much
