Scarlet’s POVRecovering from childbirth was an uphill battle. My wolf, Scar, was still battered, weak, and practically dormant, leaving me feeling entirely too human. I couldn't even bathe without four maids physically lifting me into the steaming tub.As I sat soaked in the warm water, I caught one of the maids washing my feet giving me a sharp, mocking look. The other maids fell silent...some scrubbing my back, others washing my hair, while a few prepared my royal robes for the naming ceremony.I locked eyes with the girl. She sneered slightly, ignoring me completely as if I hadn't even noticed her disrespect.A heavy, suffocating silence fell over the room. The other maids froze in terror, Sasha especially turning pale.“You shouldn't be here, Sasha,” I ordered coldly. “Return to your post.”“Yes, Luna,” Sasha squeaked, bowing frantically before scrambling out of the room as fast as her legs could carry her.The rest of the maids stood motionless, daring not to breathe. Joel had d
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