Chapter 49

Anita’s Pov

When I finally woke up, my head was spinning, and my eyes felt heavy. The last thing I remembered was Amara’s grip on me, the sharp pain from my ankle, and then… darkness. Now, as I blinked the grogginess away, I found myself lying on the same bed, the soft glow of light from a nearby lamp illuminating the room. I shifted slightly, wincing as the pain in my wrist and ankle made itself known.

“You fainted,” came a voice, deep and steady.

I turned my head to see Alpha Hades sitting beside me, his brow furrowed in concern. His eyes scanned me carefully, making sure I was really awake. He leaned forward slightly, holding a small jar in his hand. The scent of herbal medicine filled the air, familiar and soothing.

“Exhaustion and stress,” he added, answering the question I hadn’t yet asked. "Your body couldn’t take any more. It shut down to protect itself."

I groaned softly, embarrassed by my own weakness. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to cause trouble.”