Chapter-26

**Four hours earlier**

6:00 pm

As the evening sun cast a warm, golden hue over the pack's territory, the maids diligently prepared dinner, ensuring every dish was ready before everyone became hungry.

Stephanie, a diligent member of the staff, approached the dining table with the final bowl of food cradled in her hands. Her voice was gentle as she inquired, "Is everything set over there?"

One of the other maids, her focus unwavering on the array of dishes before her, nodded in response. "Yes, that should be all for now, unless anyone has a special request."

With a sense of satisfaction, Stephanie gently placed the bowl on the meticulously arranged table and then wiped her hands with her apron, which went from her neck down to her knees.

Just as they were about to announce that dinner had been served, Luna Mira approached the dining area, her steps sluggish, indicating how tired she was after such a stressful day.

"Dinner is ready?" Luna Mira inquired, her eyes settling on the sumptuou