ALYSSA
As I followed Jake, who carried Amelia effortlessly, and Bernard walking close behind, Amy’s voice echoed in my mind.
“Alyssa, I feel someone watching us.”
I nodded internally, feeling the same unnerving sensation prickling the back of my neck. “Yes, I feel it too,” I replied in my thoughts, quickening my pace to stay closer to Jake. The feeling of being watched sent shivers down my spine, but I tried to shake it off. We had more important things to deal with right now.
When we finally arrived at the university clinic, the pack doctor moved quickly, checking Amelia as Bernard hovered protectively by her side. I stood awkwardly near the doorway, unsure of what to do. Jake came over to me, his hand brushing mine gently.
“Are you okay?” Jake asked softly, his deep voice soothin
