Viya's POV
Twenty minutes later, I made my way downstairs. Luna Gloria, Alpha Edmund, Dorian, Hawkins, and Elizabeth were already seated in the dining room.Hailey was nowhere in sight.
"Good morning, dear." Gloria smiled warmly. "I hope you slept well?"
"Very well, thank you." I slid into my seat, avoiding eye contact as heat crept up my neck.
Breakfast was pleasant. For the first time in years, I felt like I belonged somewhere.
When I finished, I excused myself. "I should get ready for work."
I made my way upstairs, mentally cataloging my day, when arms wrapped around me from behind, pulling me back against a solid chest. I nearly screamed before I recognized the scent.
"Caesar!" I hissed. "I thought you left!"
"I didn't." His breath was warm against my ear.
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