_Leah’s POV_

Morning came too quickly.

Sunlight poured into the dining room like nothing bad had ever happened. The long table was already set. Plates clinked softly. The smell of fresh bread and tea filled the air.

But inside me, everything still felt uneasy.

Athena was quiet. Watch carefully today, she whispered.

“I will,” I murmured.

Kayden walked in first. He looked calm and composed, like the Alpha everyone respected. Natasha followed behind him a moment later. She looked bright and relaxed, as if yesterday had never happened.

I forced myself to smile.

We all sat down together.

Kayden cleared his throat. “Natasha, I want to apologize to you.”

My...