ALPHA'S REGRET, QUEEN'S REVENGE
HAILEY
The day began with the sun shining brightly on the packhouse and the sounds of laughter echoing through the hallways. It was one of those rare moments of calm when the chaos of being Queen seemed like a thing of the past. I was sitting on the floor of the living room watching the triplets—Jermaine, Jaden, and Jackson—play; at two years old, they were a delightful mix of energy and mischief, each showcasing their distinct personalities. Jaden, my little explorer, was stacking wooden blocks with a level of focus that could rival that of any warrior on patrol. “Mommy, look!” Jaden’s voice chirped as he set the last block on his towering creation. “It’s amazing, sweetheart,” I said. I cra