CHAPTER 82.  WHO'S THERE

AUTHOR'S POV

Athena's eyelids felt heavy as she lay on the soft bed, the sun casting a warm glow through the window. The room was quiet, a stark contrast to the bustling training grounds she had been frequenting lately. Her body craved rest, and the fatigue from the pregnancy seemed to weigh her down more than usual.

As the evening sun dipped lower, bathing the room in a golden hue, Athena stirred from her slumber. Her senses, sharpened by days of observing skilled warriors, picked up a subtle shift in the air. Her ears perked up, and she swiftly sat up, scanning the room.

A sigh of relief escaped her lips when she identified the source of the disturbance. "Maggie? What are you doing here?" Athena asked, still groggy from her nap.

Maggie's expression held a mix of concern and impatience. "Where have you been, Athena? You were supposed to meet me in the woods today!" Her voice carried a note of urgency.

Athena's hand met her forehead with a soft smack as realization dawned. The plan t