Chapter Nine

Despite my willingness to work, Josef and Sofia forbid me to move too much or do heavy chores. And surprisingly, all the other Omegas I'm close with did too, even with them not knowing what happened to me. Some of them asked, but I dodged the question by smiling and shaking my head, dismissing it.

Sometimes, not telling people what's happening in your life will save them, and you.

I was given the task of washing the vegetables they will use for cooking. I was tasked to wipe the utensils clean and I was not even allowed to wash the dishes. I am moved by their concern over me, but doing nothing is starting to bore me.

Everyone abruptly stood up and I have learned the meaning of that by now so I did, too. Not a few minutes later and the Beta showed up and we all bowed our heads in respect.

"Prepare the finest and most expensive refreshments and desserts for our important guests." He ordered with a sneer, his eyes promising silent threat if we ever scew up.

I swallowed a little and b