Chapter 45

• Anita’s Pov
• The room was quiet except for the soft ticking of a clock on the wall. I sat on the edge of the bed, my fingers absently rubbing over the bandage wrapped around my ankle. Despite the doctor’s best efforts, the pain was still there, a dull throb that grew sharper if I moved the wrong way. I had tried to stretch it earlier, but the sharp pain that shot through my leg made me gasp. I had to remind myself not to push too hard, too soon.
• Just then, there was a soft knock on the door, pulling me from my thoughts. I furrowed my brows, unsure of who it could be. I wasn’t expecting anyone, and Alpha Hades had left after ensuring I was comfortable. Slowly, I got up, careful to avoid putting pressure on my injured ankle. I hobbled toward the door, using the wall for support.