Emilia made her way back up from the cold, damp dungeons, her mind still buzzing with the maid’s warning. The girl’s terrified words echoed in her head: “There are people close to you who want you dead.” It sent a shiver through her, and she couldn’t shake the feeling that the danger lurking around them was far from over.

As she reached the hallway leading to Raymond’s room, Emilia slowed her steps, bracing herself. The door to his room was partially open, and she could see the familiar figure of Dr. Liana, the pack’s doctor, leaning over Raymond’s bed, checking his pulse. Emilia stepped inside quietly, not wanting to disturb...