AARONNE"Yes, there," I say, pointing at the far corner. "The pool should go there. Right by the window."The foreman nods, his face sweating. "As you wish, my lady. But the Alpha said—""The Alpha will approve," I cut him off. "Just do as I say."He hesitates, then shrugs and returns to his work. I watch them dig, my mind already spinning with plans.I have paid and instructed a bunch of workers to build me a nice pink pool. This pool will be my sanctuary. My secret place where I can shift and practice, and no one will know.I'm so lost in my thoughts that I don't hear my father enter. He stands in the doorway, his arms crossed, his expression a mix of confusion and concern."Aaronne," he says, his voice cutting through the noise. "What is this? Why are you building a pool in your room?"I freeze. I turn to face him, my heart pounding. "Father. I….I wanted a pool. For... for relaxation.""Relaxation?" He steps closer, his eyes scanning the workmen. "Since when do you like swimming? Y
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