Chapter 116

Aina Ever since my mom returned from Clara’s, something about her has changed completely. She’s brighter now, more alive somehow. There’s a light in her eyes that I haven’t seen in years, and she’s always smiling, like whatever had been weighing her down is finally gone. I really do like this new version of my mom. She’s lighter, happier—almost glowing. I don’t know what happened over at Clara’s, but whatever it was, it’s for the best. But as much as I’m happy for her, I’ve got my own problem—Osborne. My husband is a complete workaholic. I want my man back, not the Alpha who’s always buried in meetings, papers, and endless pack duties. He’s always traveling, and every time I complain, he just says, “I’m sorry, I promise to make it up to you.” I know he’s busy, I really do. Being Alpha isn’t easy. But still, would it kill him to give me a little bit of his time? It’s been two weeks since we last made love, and it’s driving me crazy. He’s always off somewhere, and to make things worse, A