CLARA

A loud bang on my door jolted me awake, and I could hear the heated voices of two men arguing.

I let out a loud yawn, stretching like a starfish on the bed. The noises escalated, and then I recognized one of the voices.

Father?

Before I could gather my thoughts, the door swung open, and my father with the guard that always stood outside my door followed.

The guard stood at the door while my father stood in front of my bed, his expression a mix of frustration and urgency.

"Luna!" The guard bowed. "Pardon me, but Alpha Williams-"

I sighed deeply and turned to the guard with...