Chapter 38

Wren's POV

Maura stood there, almost in tears, her voice trembling. "Wren, please. One last chance. Whatever you want-tell me. I'll give it to you. I swear."

I closed my eyes and inhaled slowly, steadying the turmoil inside me.

When I opened them again, I was ready.

"Fine," I said coldly. "One last chance. But if you fail me again-if you lie, hesitate, or make excuses-we're done. Forever. You'll b