Aurora’s POV

After everything that happened in the gym, my mind wouldn’t settle. The house felt too quiet, every sound sharper than usual.

I found myself in the kitchen, pouring a glass of water just to keep my hands busy. The room was cold and empty.

I looked at the clock, even though I wasn’t really waiting for anything. When Alpha Gray walked in, everything in the kitchen felt different. I stood up straighter, and the quiet around us seemed to get heavier.

He paused when he saw me. ...