My life now

Denera

The maid stood silently as I ate, her presence both comforting and unnerving. I picked at the food, overwhelmed by the lavish spread in front of me.

“Is there anything else you need?” I asked, breaking the silence.

“No, my lady,” she replied, her tone respectful but firm. “I am here to assist you.”

“Assist me?” I repeated, unsure of what that entailed.

“Yes, I will be by your side from now on, to teach you our ways and to serve you,” she said. “I will only leave when the Alpha returns.”

Her words surprised me. “And your name?”

“Rachel,” she answered, a soft smile gracing her lips. “Shall we begin your day?”

I nodded, still trying to adjust to this new life. Rachel led me to the bathroom, where she filled the tub with warm water, fragrant with herbs.

As I sank into the water, I felt the tension in my muscles ease. Rachel began to wash my hair, her fingers gentle but firm.

“You don’t have to do this, you know,” I said, feeling a twinge of guilt.

“It’s my duty, my lady,” she replie