Chapter 91:Pack Bonds and Secret Plans

(Scarlett's POV) Emma and I sat across from each other at the restaurant, the aroma of roasted coffee beans and freshly baked bread filling the air. Her fingers toyed with the edge of her napkin, a habitual gesture I’d come to associate with her analyzing something. As usual, she wasn’t shy about voicing her thoughts. “You know,” she began, leaning forward slightly, “it’s kind of insane how naturally you fit in with the Thorn Pack. Honestly, if I didn’t know you were adopted, I’d swear you were born into it.” I tilted my head, a small amused smile tugging at my lips. "Well, maybe it’s because I was raised by them. That kind of bond makes a difference. Besides, the constant tension with the Winter Pack only makes the contrast even clearer.” Emma scoffed. “Constant tension is putting it lightly. The Winter Pack treats you like... well, you know what I mean.” She shook her head, her expression twisting with disbelief. “It’s like they never moved beyond whatever mess Sarah caused when