Claire’s POV. 

When I opened my eyes, everything felt blurry at first. My body was weak, and my head ached as I tried to sit up. The faint light from the window made me blink, and slowly, two figures came into focus beside me.

I saw the maid standing near the corner, her hands clasped tightly in front of her. Her face was pale, and her eyes looked frightened, looking like she hadn’t slept for days 

Then, my eyes met Alpha Damien’s.

He was sitting close to my bed, his elbows resting ...