A Fragile Awakening

MAEVIA

Morning light entered the resting chamber through the narrow window beside the bed. I had slept only in short intervals through the night. My body still carried exhaustion from the previous day.

A knock sounded against the chamber door. The sound came with urgency rather than hesitation. I stood from the bed and opened it.

One of the pack attendants waited outside.

"Alpha Elder Orion has re