#Chapter 10: A Sense of Security

Kayla I looked around the room I had lived in for twenty-two years, and felt my heart sink. I didn’t want to leave. But I had to. Sitting at my desk one last time, I began composing a letter to the guild. I was formally requesting that Nicholas be appointed as the temporary Alpha of Bluemoon Pack. Perhaps, by the time our arrangement ended, my would would finally have emerged and I could become Alpha myself. At least, I hoped that wasn’t just wishful thinking. I decided to pack light, only gathering a few basic items into the suitcase. After all, I planned on returning often. With Ava’s help, we made quick work of the task. As we folded the last of my dresses, something shiny caught my eye. The engagement ring Liam had once given me rested at the bottom of my jewelry box. I remembered the day he gave it to me, how my heart had swelled at its beauty. But now, as I held it between my fingers, it seemed so dull, almost lifeless. I tossed it into m