chapter thirty-six

**POV Lily**

Everything around me seemed to spin, and my blurred vision threatened to make me collapse at any moment. Johanna held my arms firmly, guiding me with slow steps into the kitchen.

"Have some water, dear. I know you're nervous about seeing the Alpha again," Johanna said gently, handing me a glass filled with liquid.

"Thank you," I murmured, my voice wavering. My hands trembled uncontrollably, turning the simple act of holding the glass into a challenge.

"Lily, you seem really unwell. I think we should tell the Alpha that you're not feeling well and have decided to stay in bed," Johanna suggested with a concerned expression, holding me tightly to prevent me from collapsing.

"I... I'm okay," I stammered nervously. My face was as pale as a white sheet of paper, and I struggled to contain the tumultuous emotions boiling inside me. My legs were weak, and I could barely stand, as thoughts of Olivia and the Supreme Alpha spending the night together tortured my mind.

"Johanna, why