Chapter 38

AMELIA

On my way back to my room, Ethel attempts to apologize for the Alpha King's daughter's behavior, but I insist that the apology should be mine. She tried to shield me and ended up being slapped as well.

"Alpha prepared three gowns; he wasn't sure exactly what you would want to wear," Ethel says as we enter my room.

"I will fetch them immediately," she offers. "You must be hungry. Shall I bring in your food? And a bottle of wine, perhaps? Do you drink wine, or would you prefer juice?"

"Juice is fine," I reply.

Ethel bows her head, scanning the room to ensure our privacy. Once reassured, she leaves the room. It appears that Atlas has assigned her the task of watching over me, but wasn't that dangerous with her hearing impairment.

I wl prefer to see her living a simple life than having to work here as a maid but maybe Atlas has his reasons.

After her departure, I quickly freshen up in the bathroom. After I am done, I wear the towel bathrobe and sit on the edge of the bed, waiting