Chapter 26 | What Do You Want?

Penelope

The relief I felt when I saw Violet appear is indescribable. I can't explain how glad I am that Violet came over to help me. I don’t know what was making those boys want to be near me, it’s weird. Honestly, the entire day has been weird.

It wasn't just boys that wanted to be around me. It was men, women, children, any and everyone! Why?!

But now my head is aching, and I feel lightheaded from how bad it hurts. I hurry back to the pack house lie on my bed with my eyes closed, hoping that eventually the pain would fade.

There’s a knock on my door, but it doesn’t surprise me. I bet it’s Violet coming to talk to me about the weirdness of today. I grumble as I bring my fingers up to my temples, "Come in."

The door opens and I’m surprised when I hear Donovan’s voice, “Are you okay, Penelope?”

I force myself to sit up even though my head hurts so badly that it’s the last thing I want to do. I nod, “Yeah, I’m okay. Just have a headache."

He questions, “Why are you in here instead