Chapter 120. Title Transfer

Lilly’s POV

The ballroom was buzzing with Alphas, ranks, and other pack members. Excitement and anticipation hung so thick in the air it was almost suffocating, pressing in from all sides. Crystal chandeliers cast golden patterns across the polished floor, and every conversation seemed to hush as Lex and I entered, all eyes turning our way.

Lex held me tight as we entered, curious faces turning our way.

“Congratulations, Miss Lilly,” James and Jacob said in unison. They’d been assigned to stay by my side whenever I left the pack—familiar shadows always a step behind.

“Thank you,” I said, smiling as we passed.

Lex helped me up the steps to the stage and settled me into my seat. I hissed, clenching my teeth as a stabbing pain shot through my abdomen—it had become a constant companion lately, growing sharper as the evening wore on.

“Lilly, are you okay?” Lex asked, concern etched across his face.

I nodded, my jaw tight, feeling another u