CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-ONE - CHILLING REVELATIONS

With a deep breath, Anna headed to her room, ready to face whatever challenges tomorrow might bring in this complex and mysterious world of werewolves and ancient traditions. The morning sun filtered through the heavy curtains of Ulfheim mansion, casting long shadows across the polished floors. Anna awoke early, determined to make herself useful and hopefully improve her standing with the household staff. She dressed quickly and made her way to the kitchen, where she found the staff already bustling about their morning routines. "Good morning," Anna said brightly, entering the kitchen. "I was wondering if there's anything I can help with today?" The head housekeeper, Mrs. Larsson, a stern-faced woman in her fifties, barely glanced up from her clipboard. "We have our tasks well in hand, Miss Petrovic. There's no need for you to concern yourself." Anna's smile faltered, but she pressed on. "I'd really like to contribute if I could. Maybe I could help with the laundry or..." "The lau