The next day was a boring day. It's barely 24 hours that my Alpha Garrett has travelled, and I can't shake off the empty feeling that consumed me. The mansion felt too quiet without his presence. I longed for his strong arms around me, the reassuring sound of his voice, and the warmth of his touch.

Feeling restless, I decided to reach out to my best friend, Jessica, for some company. As I poured out my loneliness to her over a video call, she suggested coming over to keep me company. However, ...