tent reminder of the seismic shift that had occurred within me. It was a secret I couldn't share, not yet. This was something I needed to understand on my own first and let me t

and helpful. "Happy birthday," I said, trying to keep my voice even. "I hope you enjoy your breakfast." Daniella eyed me suspiciously before taking a bite of her food. I could see the wheels turning in her mind, trying to figure out what had changed in me. I had to be careful not to give anything away, not until I understood this new power within me. "She will not break you. I am here with you now. Every step of the way." I heard Jasmine echo in the back of my mind. I could not help but smile at that. It felt good to know that, finally, I had my wolf. Despite Daniella's continued icy demeanour, I remained calm and composed, focusing on the task. I couldn't let her hostility get to me; I needed to understand this new power within me and harness it to protect myself. After breakfast, as I cleaned up the dishes, Daniella approached me cautiously. "What's going on with you?" she asked, her voice laced with suspicion." something seems odd about you, and I want to know what it is." I met her gaze head-on, the Wolf within me standing strong. "Nothing has changed, Daniella," I replied calmly. "I'm still the same person I've always been." She seemed taken aback by my response as if expecting me to cower before her. But I stood my ground, the new strength of the Wolf empowering me. "Yeah, the same skank we all hate and wish you had never been born." Janet piped up, looking me up and down with disgust. They both giggled, and I avoided looking up at them. "I'm sorry you don't like me, but I have worked hard to ensure Daniella has the best party," I said. "Hmph, remember not to show your face at my party tonight. The alpha sons are returning tonight, and I will be announced as their mate and future Luna. Nobody wants you scaring them off with your disgus