97: New point of view

Aurora’s POV

The elderly maid approached, her footsteps echoing softly in the tranquil space, I watched her with a mixture of curiosity and wariness, uncertain of what to expect from her unexpected visit. I know her to be the head of the maids, and we have sat and talked during my times in the kitchen. But this is different.

Yet, as she spoke, her words carried a surprising depth of understanding, cutting through the layers of my defenses with uncanny precision. I leaned forward to listen to all she’s got to say because I’m curious.

"My dear, I've seen the burden you carry, hidden beneath your stoic facade. Alpha Caden, he's more than just your employer, isn't he?" She asked with a tilt of her head that shows she knows something and I shouldn’t lie. Those eyes filled with age and knowledge.

Taken aback, my eyes flickering with surprise, "I... I'm not sure what you mean."

With a knowing smile, her eyes twinkled with understanding, she said. "Oh, child, there's no need to pretend wi