CYRILLA'S POV I felt that familiar excitement in the air once again as preparations for tonight’s event unfolded—the same kind of anticipation you feel on Christmas or New Year’s Eve, warm, joyful, and a touch magical. But this time, I’m not just observing; I’m participating, which adds a new layer of jitters to the mix. Though Hunter reassured me that I’d be safe, it’s an entirely different experience to be surrounded by not just one, but an entire pack of werewolves. Millie handed me a clipboard with a checklist of items to oversee. Most of them were already marked off, but I went over everything again just to be certain. We visited the clearing to ensure all the necessary setups were in place. For the food, I checked in with Rosalie to see if she had enough help. I had already rallied

