Chapter 22 52 % 55 vouchers Meanwhile , Amelia , having finished her bath , had changed into one of the clothes from the wardrobe . It was a red straight gown , not tight , but free - flowing enough to let her breathe . She ran her hands down the fabric , wondering what the real Cassia must have looked like . A soft sigh escaped her lips . She had considered putting her hair up in a ponytail , but changed her mind last minute . Instead , she brushed her black hair and let it fall softly over her shoulders . Her thoughts went back to what Seraphina had said , that she wanted her to meet someone . Amelia wasn't sure who it might be , but she took a deep breath , preparing herself to go downstairs for dinner . She stepped out of the room and stared at the hallway in front of her . It was massive , so big and winding that one could easily take the wrong turn and end up lost . Luckily , she remembered the route Seraphina had taken earlier . She followed it , and soon enough , she was at the staircase . Looking around , she spotted Seraphina at the dining table , a table so long it looked like it could seat twenty - four people . Kael was seated beside her , deep in conversation , while maids bustled about arranging the dishes . Kael was the first to look up and see her . His gaze lingered , quiet and unreadable . Then Seraphina turned and saw her too . " Come , Cassia , " Seraphina said softly . Amelia nodded and made her way to the table . She pulled out a chair a couple of seats away , but Seraphina gestured for her to sit closer . Hesitantly , Amelia moved to sit beside her . " You look so beautiful , " Seraphina whispered with a warm smile . " Thank you , " Amelia replied , her voice low but sincere . A maid approached and bowed slightly before placing a plate of food in front of Amelia , rice , chicken , and a side of sauce . " Go on , eat ," Seraphina encouraged . Amelia nodded and began eating . The taste of the food overwhelmed her senses . She hadn't realized how hungry she was . The last time she ate had been back at her mother's . Her appetite surged and she found herself eating faster than she intended . Seraphina smiled as she watched her . She understood Amelia had been unconscious for two days . Of course she was starving . " Slowly , Cassia , " Seraphina said gently , handing her a glass of water . " Thank you , " Amelia whispered and gulped the water gratefully . She was nearly done eating when the front doors swung open . Several men and women entered , all dressed sharply in suits , skirts , and elegant gowns . Their posture was firm , their presence commanding . " Alpha , " they greeted in unison , bowing their heads before taking their seats quickly filling the table . Amelia's eyes scanned them . They were clearly older and highly respected . A few looked young , but most were experienced , with eyes that had seen years of leadership . The council . 1/3 15:50 Mon , 13 Oct Chapter 22 352 % = 55 vouchers That's what they had to be . Their uniforms reminded her of the Red Moon Pack's council members . But here in Velaris , they seemed more distinguished , perhaps because of the polished badges they wore , each engraved with their names . Now they were all looking at her , then to Seraphina , expectantly . The silence in the room thickened . " Members of the council ," Seraphina began . " I've called this urgent meeting for a reason ... someone new has joined us . " She paused , then looked at Amelia , who instantly tensed under the weight of twenty pairs of eyes . Seraphina gently placed her hand over Amelia's on the table . The small gesture calmed her nerves just enough . " Meet my daughter , Cassia Wrenmoor , " Seraphina said . A low murmur spread across the table , confusion flickering in their eyes . " Silence ! " Seraphina's voice cracked like a whip , firm , cold , commanding . Immediately , the murmurs ceased . One of the older men stood up . Amelia glanced at the name on his tag , Collin . " Alpha , " he said respectfully , " Forgive me , but ... we all believed Cassia died in the fire . Are you saying she ... returned ? In a new body ? " Collin was as confused as other council members especially for the fact that this lady right here looked so much like cassia . But they had all seen cassia died in the fire . Thank you for your question , Collin . You may sit ," Seraphina said calmly . Collin sat . " Yes , " Seraphina continued , standing now . " Cassia died in the fire . But this young woman beside me is also my daughter . Her name is Cassia Wrenmoor . " Her eyes swept the room , her tone like steel . " No one will question my decision . You will respect her . You will be loyal to her . She is the new Cassia Wrenmoor , and she is the future Alpha of Velaris Pack . That is final ." There was a long pause ... different thoughts flooding every one of their minds . But they couldn't question seraphina , she was the Alpha Afterall and her words stands . And then , one by one , the council members bowed their heads in submission . " You may leave ," Seraphina ordered . Without a word , they rose and filed out of the room , their expressions still laced with confusion , but not one dared defy her . Once the doors closed behind them , Seraphina's expression softened . She looked at Amelia and smiled . " You have nothing to worry about . " Amelia nodded , slowly letting out a breath . " I'll teach you everything ," Seraphina continued . " Everything about leadership . About being a good Alpha . About my business , too . You'll take it over one day . But you don't have to worry - I'll guide you every step of the way . " Amelia smiled and nodded . For the first time in days , she felt ... steady . But on a second thought she wondered what business Seraphina was into ... Just then , a man walked into the room , holding a bag in his hand . He bowed and carefully unpacked its contents on the table , a sleek phone , an iPad , and a laptop . 2/3 Mon , Chapter 22 " These are all for you , Cassia , " Seraphina said . " The phone already has a registered SIM . " Amelia stared , stunned . Everything looked so new , so expensive . " These are ... too much , " she murmured . 52 % 55 vouchers " Nothing is too expensive when there's too much money , Cassia , " Seraphina replied with a chuckle . " Whatever you need , you'll get it . " Amelia didn't know what to say . In just a short time , this woman had given her everything . " Thank you , " she whispered . Seraphina smiled , her eyes full of warmth . " That's not all , " she added , her expression brightening . " There's someone else I want you to meet . " Amelia tilted her head . " Who ? " " He's on his way . " He ? Amelia blinked , curiosity rising , and with it , something else . A strange flutter in her chest . Who was he ? To be continued ... 3/3