#Chapter 157: Making Changes

Ava The morning sun streamed through the windows of Moonrise manor as Chris and I prepared to depart. Our bags were packed and loaded into the car, and I yearned to get home, but a bittersweet atmosphere couldn’t help but hang in the air as we said our goodbyes. “You’re sure you both have everything?” Edward asked, the breeze ruffling his salt-and-pepper hair. “I wish I could offer you some peaches to enjoy on the way home…” Chris and I exchanged glances before he offered Edward a warm smile. “That’s alright, Alpha. You’ve already done so much for us.” Edward’s gaze dropped to his feet, the tips of his ears reddening ever so slightly. But before he could say anything, Lily approached with a small velvet box clutched in her delicate hands. “Ava, I have something for you,” she said, holding the box out. “A parting gift.” Curious, I gingerly took the box and opened it to reveal a delicate silver charm bracelet nestled inside. The intricate charms glint