—AVERY POV— Morning light spilled into the room, golden and warm, pulling me from the depths of sleep. I stirred, blinking against the brightness, but only to jolt upright when I saw a figure standing in the middle of the lavish room. A young maid, red-haired, probably younger than me, her hands folded neatly in front of her. She bowed, offering a polite smile. "Good morning, Miss Avery. My name is Maya. A maid assigned by Alpha Damon. I’ve helped to prepare your bath." I exhaled, my pulse slowing. “Thank you," I murmured, still unused to the presence of servants here after what happened yesterday. Mary bowed slightly before stepping out to give me privacy. I pushed back the blankets, wincing as my stiff muscles protested. The bruises had faded overnight, thanks to the healer’s tonic, but the ache in my bones remained. When Mary returned, she helped me undress, her movements efficient but gentle. Unlike the maids from last night, there was no malice in her touch. “The Alph
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