Chapter 13. The First Step Toward Freedom

Summer’s POV

I barely slept a wink. When I finally drifted off, the sky was already beginning to lighten.

The ceiling above me was unfamiliar and white. The room held none of my scent, none of my presence. For a split second, I was disoriented—until I remembered.

I was in Alpha Alexander’s territory.

I was still trying to gather my thoughts when a small body suddenly launched itself onto the bed.

“Mommy!” Felix squealed, diving under the covers with a burst of energy only a child could summon. His little arms wrapped around my neck, and his scent—warm oatmeal and wildflower honey—soothed something feral deep inside me.

“You’re finally awake!”

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