Chapter 76 A New Resolve

The next morning, the sunlight streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow over Maya’s bedroom. I woke up in her bed, tangled in the soft sheets, my mind still reeling from everything that had happened the night before. The pain in my chest was still there, a dull ache that reminded me of the decision Noah had made, but being here in Maya’s room gave me a small sense of comfort. It was a reminder that I wasn’t entirely alone. Maya was already up, sitting cross-legged at the foot of the bed with a concerned expression on her face. She had let me cry myself to sleep the night before, not saying much but offering her quiet support, which was exactly what I needed. Now, as I sat up and rubbed my eyes, she was ready to talk. “Jess, I’m really worried about you,” Maya said, her voice soft but firm. “What happened last night, with you turning into a wolf like that… is that something that happens often?” I sighed, leaning back against the headboard. “It’s complicated, Maya. The wolf