Penelope's POV

The morning after the social gathering, I wake up feeling lighter.Like I've put down a weight I didn't realize I was carrying.

Isla is already awake when I stumble into the kitchen. She's making coffee and scrolling through her phone.

"You're all over social media," she says without looking up. "Ice Angel Dumps Bloodfang Heir is trending."

"Great." I pour myself coffee. The mug is warm against my palms. "Just what I need."

"Actually, most of the comments are supportive." Isla ...