Chapter 13 Raven's POV I sat in the waiting room of the pack hospital , nervously biting my lower lip as Alpha Ethan spoke quietly with the doctor , thy heart throbbed my che was damn nervous about meeting Olivia . Six years - it had been six long years since I last saw her . I knew she'd be shocked to see me bort was perpend for any drama that might come with it . Just then , I spotted Alpha Ethan approaching from a distance . I stood up quickly , grabbing the bag that held my old clothes , and waited . He said something - I think he asked if I was ready - but I didn't answer , I simply followed him silently . We stepped outside , and a sleek black SUV with tinted windows waited at the curb . I opened the back door a on the other side and gave the driver quick instructions . and climbed in without a word . Ehangin The moment the vehicle started moving , I felt the shift in the air . My wolf stirred restlessly , howling deep within me , dawng at my insides , pushing me to get closer to him - closer to Alpha Ethan . But I couldn't . Not yet . I stared out the window as trees blurred past , trying to keep my emotions in check . But it was pretty hard for me . Soon , I could spot a building far away . I just sighed in relief . I got out of the car as soon as it came to a halt at the gate of the pack house . As the SUV rolled to a halt in front of the grand gate , I stared up , awestruck , at the building before me . No , not a building - a mansion . A palace . The Silve Crest Pack House was nothing short of a masterpiece . Towering iron gates slowly opened , revealing an immaculate , sprawling estate surrounded by acres of manicured gardens and rows of majestic oak trees lining the driveway like loyal sentinels . The driveway alone was longer than any street I'd lived on as a rogue . The pack house loomed ahead , a luxurious blend of modern elegance and timeless grandeur . Its white stone exterior gleamed in the sunlight , polished perfection . Large bay windows lined each floor , glinting like diamonds in the light . There were balconies with intricate iron railings wrapped in flowin vines , and a long veranda stretched across the front like welcoming arms . The roof was slate gray , steep and sharp - edged , with towering chimneys and skylights built into the design . Several wings extended out from the main structure , connected by stone corridors and arched passageways . Each wing had its own character , but they all screamed wealth , power , and prestige . I swallowed hard as the SUV came to a stop in the circular driveway paved with smooth black cobblestones . A massive fountain sat at the center of it . water dancing from a wolf statue that looked like it had been carved by the gods themselves . The front doors were double , made of dark wood with golden handles shaped like crescent moons . Pack members moved about with purpose on the wide front steps , most bowing slightly when Alpha Ethan stepped out . I followed suit , clutching my bag tightly . My clothes suddenly felt embarrassingly shabby against the backdrop of elegance around me . Alpha Ethan didn't say much as he led me up the steps . I felt eyes on me - curious , assessing , maybe even disapproving . I wasn't just some random outsider . I was a mystery . And in a pack like this , mystery always came with gossip . The inside of the pack house was even more impressive than the outside . The interior was massive , with ceilings that stretched at least thirty feet high . A crystal chandelier glittered above us , casting soft light across the mart floors . A grand staircase curved up both sides of the room , the banisters inlaid with silver designs and symbols that likely traced back to the pack's origins . A gigantic mural was painted on the domed ceiling , depicting a fierce battle between wolves and rogues , the Alpha standing victorious at the center . The air smelled like pine , old books , and something faintly old but clean and comforting in a strange way . TU - 53 Inu , 17 J Chapter 13 I barely had time to admire the space before Alpha Ethan motioned to someone nearby . A woman dressed in a pristine black and white uniform appeared almost instantly . She was tall , maybe in her late forties , with her gray hair pulled into a tight bun and sharp , intelligent eyes . " This is Margaret , " Alpha Ethan said , his voice low and commanding . " She's the head made here . Margaret , this is Raven . " Margaret gave me a quick once - over and offered a polite nod , though I sensed the unspoken questions lingering in her gaze . 197 " She will be staying in the Luna's wing ," Ethan continued , glancing at me for the first time since we'd entered . " Effective immediately , she's to serve as the Luna's personal maid . " " I trust you'll see to it that she's settled properly ," he added to Margaret , before turning to leave , Just like that . He walked away as if he hadn't just dropped a bomb into my life . Margaret arched one perfectly shaped brow but didn't ask any questions . " Come with me ," she said briskly . I followed her silently , trying not to gape at the lavish details surrounding us . Every hallway we passed looked like it belonged in a five - star resort . Thick rugs padded the floor , and paintings of past Alphas adorned the walls . Ornate sconces provided warm light , while windows offered stunning views of the estate . And for some reason , I felt my eyes watering . This would have been me enjoying this luxury , but I guess fate had other plans . We passed through a pair of arched doors and entered a quieter corridor . " This wing is reserved for the Luna and her inner circle , " Margaret explained . " You'll be expected to maintain discretion , act with dignity , and follow the rules strictly . Olivia - our Luna - is kind . " " Kind , " I muttered to myself . The Olivia I grew up with was nothing close to kind . " But she doesn't tolerate incompetence or gossip , " she said . I nodded quickly , too overwhelmed to speak . Eventually , we reached a doorway near the end of the hall . Margaret pushed it open and stepped aside . " This will be your room . " I stepped in , eyes widening . It was small compared to the rest of the house , but still a palace by my standards . The walls were painted a soft cream , and the bed was neatly made with plush white linens . I stepped inside , closed the door behind me , and just fell on the bed , exhausted . Just then , I heard a knock on the door . I was surprised - who could it be ? I had just arrived here barely an hour ago . I slowly got off the bed and went for the door , but my heart stopped at the person standing outside . It was Olivia . 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