HIRAM'S POV:

Today is the day of Hollis' coronation, and the entire pack is abuzz. I wake up once more miserable as ever and force a smile on my face because I do not want to be a killjoy.

Everyone at home is busy, and from my room, I can hear my mother barking orders.

"God, I need another stick. I am running low on energy," I hear her mumble as she makes her through the hall. I can tell she is coming for me, and just as I predicted, my door swings open without a knock.

"Why are you still in ...