Chapter 109

Claire's POV I dropped my last box in the small apartment with a sigh of relief. Joey helped me unpack a bit before heading back to Westfield City, since she had to return to work. My new apartment in Crescent City was nothing fancy compared to Lucius's mansion, but it was mine. All mine. The one-bedroom apartment had just enough space for my essentials, and the rent wouldn't break my bank account while I got settled into my new position. "Home sweet home," I muttered. The magic pendant hung heavy around my neck, its weight a constant reminder of my secret. According to Joey, it would hide my scent from other werewolves, so I could blend in without anyone knowing what I really was. After I told Joey about Alpha Klein discovering I was a werewolf, she thought Klein might really be as experienced as he claimed. Just to be safe, Joey got me another scent-blocking spray to make sure I was completely covered. My phone buzzed with a text from Joey, "Finish up early and get some rest. You nee