e her new room. It was spacious, just like her former room at the cabin, but it was much more luxurious. The walls were painted in her fa

before her seemed oddly familiar; a picture she had once received back then at the cabin looked strikingly si

e she didn't recogni

your new ro

d to see the person she had been admiring

ice. The woman, elegant and in her mid-thirties, st

ling. I've miss

into her embrace, not wanting t

e waited to be able to hug you like this," she said, her

ion," Charlotte exclaimed, entering the room

but she felt him stiffen in her arms. Unfazed, she hel

handsome in person," she complimented,

o start and we can't keep the guests waiting," he said, pulli

ay her tears with the back of her hand. She knew her father was still trying to get us

harlotte stopped her. "Oh, Karen, I al

ime? The gathering has begun, and I will soon be required to attend,"

let's get moving, ladies," Cullen motioned

**

pace was adorned with inflated balloons, shimmering ribbons, and vibrant, glowing li

ack. Each lycan was exquisitely dressed, not wanting to be caught underdressed for such a special occasion. The men donned dar

designs, paired with the perfect stiletto to complete their captivating ensembles. They a

lly bowed in a gentlemanly manner, acknowledging the esteemed guests gathered before him. A warm smile broadene

y one of you here tonight, despite your busy schedules and commitments. I know many of you are curious about the

f the intrigued crowd, Alpha Adam continued, hi

teenth birthday. In our Lycan tradition, this day holds great significance, as it symbolizes her transition into womanhoo

and strongest she-wolf of ou

gure of Karen, the beloved she-wolf of their pack. Her eyes sparkled with a rare blend of strength and grace, embodying th

every one of you for making tonight so incredibly special for me. Thank you once again," Karen spoke into the microphone, her voi

r seats in a standing ovation, their voices joining together in a heartfelt rendition of "Happy Birthday" i