POV: Riley
Riley awoke to the soft glow of dawn filtering through the curtains. She stretched, feeling the soreness in her muscles from the previous day's battle. As the memories flooded back, a mix of sadness and determination filled her. Today was a new day, and with it came new responsibilities and challenges.
She quietly slipped out of bed, careful not to wake Alex, who was still sleeping soundly. Riley made her way to the window and pulled back the curtains, letting in the full light of the morning sun. The world outside seemed peaceful, a stark contrast to the chaos they had endured. Birds chirped, and the scent of dew-covered grass filled the air.
Determined to start the day with purpose, Riley dressed quickly and headed outside. The pack's central area was already bustling with
