_Thalassa's POV_
As morning arrived, Matteo had still not returned to our room. I wondered where he might be and what he might be thinking. I wanted desperately to talk to him.
After having my breakfast and taking a quick bath to freshen up, I made my way to Matteo's office, hoping to find him there. As I approached the door, I hesitated for a moment, unsure of whether I should intrude on whatever important matters he might be attending to.
Summoning my courage, I knocked on the door softly, my heart pounding with apprehension. The door swung open, and Lucas, greeted me with a somber expression.
"Luna," he acknowledged while bowing his head. "I'm sorry, but the Alpha is in the middle of an important meeting right now. He cannot be disturbed."
I nodded in understanding, though disappoi
