Confronting Shadows

FREYA

I frowned as I took a seat at the training ground. I was in shock at what had transpired. I was unaware that my body was overreacting to something. I'm concerned about something or someone whose name escapes me. I think I may have insulted someone, even if I didn't know them.

In my entire life, I have never felt anything like this. I've never had this much concern or worry about someone or anything. It seems as though I have deeply hurt the individual. Anxiety was permeating every part of my body.

I heard Seraphina exclaim, "Alpha, I'm here," and I smiled as I turned to face her.

I was relieved she could come. I was hoping for a duel between the two of us. I hope she feels the same way I do—that is, to let off steam.

I started to continue, "I called you here because..." when Seraphina interrupted.

"You called me here because you want to have a duel with me, right?" I nodded in agreement as she hurriedly remarked, "Just like old times when you are confused and don't know what to