Chapter 36

• Bella's POV
• After slipping into the elegant black gown that Damian had sent for me, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror before leaving my room. The door swung open easily, unlatched and inviting. This was my first time venturing beyond the confines of my quarters since being brought to this imposing mansion as a captive from my pack.
• The sprawling mansion was a labyrinth, and I could easily get lost in its vast corridors and for the first time I was grateful for the vampire guards who guided me, providing directions whenever I needed them. As I walked, a stunning painting on the wall caught my attention, and I paused to admire it. The artwork depicted three individuals: Damian, Tristan, and a beautiful woman with fiery red hair that matched mine. I didn't recognize her, but a sense of curiosity piqued my interest.