NATALIA
The room felt colder now, even though it was larger. I stared at the new space, trying to get used to the idea that this would be my home from now on.
The walls were painted in soft, neutral tones, and the bed was bigger, much bigger than I had ever had. The furniture was simple yet elegant, everything laid out as if this was meant to be my sanctuary. But I couldn’t find peace here, not with everything going on.
I still hadn’t come to terms with the fact that Ayla would also be adopted by Alpha Julius and Luna Martha. It made my blood boil just thinking about it. But I couldn’t do anything about it now. Not yet.
There was a knock on the door, and before I could respond, Elton, Wendell, and Doreen walked in, their faces grinning. It was supposed to be a celebration, but it felt
