Chapter 120

Hazel's POV

“Grether?”

The servant girl paused at the door and turned to me. I was still standing close to the door.

“Sorry for how I treated you the first time. I was being cautious, but it was no excuse to outright put you on the spot like you’d done me wrong. But I hope you’ll understand why I did it and forgive me.”

She smiled. More of a beam, actually. Had she been waiting for me to apologise?

“No problem, miss. Thank you for the apology. And I understand.”

“Okay. And thank you for the meal. Both meals.”

“You’re welcome, miss.”

She left, and I closed the door.

“That was a nice apology. You did right, Hazel.”

“Thank you, Lia.”

“What’s with the apology?” the Alpha asked.

“Uh yes. I kind of accused her of trying to poison me. Not directly, but you know what I mean.”

“Of course, I do know what you mean. And I also understand your insecurities.”

“I don’t want to have someone harbouri