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“Submit it to the Pack group for approval.” That was my mate, Alpha Adrian's answer when I asked for money for medicine. I was sick, feverish, and barely able to stand. But apparently, even a small amount was too much for me. Five years ago, my family made one rule. Anything expensive had to be approved first. The rule was supposed to apply to everyone. Except Phoebe, the Omega my pack supported. When she wanted a trip, Adrian offered her a vacation. When I asked for one, I was told to go camping. When she wanted my collectibles, everyone told me to share. So I finally stopped asking. I sold the things they treasured and used the money to buy myself one last bit of freedom. When they came home, they finally understood. I wasn't asking anymore. Chapter 1 Before our Thanksgiving trip, I submit my request to the Beta group chat like I always do. [Destination: Miami. Budget: 2000.] Mom and Dad abstain, while my brother Sebastian votes yes. The only person who votes against it without hesitation is my mate, Alpha Adrian. [Amelia, this is too much. We need to think about Phoebe's feelings.] Phoebe is an Omega supported by the Pack, and my parents have always treated her like their own daughter who needs protecting. To keep her from feeling like she is different from the rest of us, our family has had one rule for years. Any major purchase needs to be approved in advance by the Alpha and the rest of the family. Except that rule seems to apply only to me. Before I can say anything, Adrian replies again. [Forget Miami. Just go camping by the Pack lake instead. Bring some food. It'll barely cost anything.] This is the fifth time they have turned down my trip to Miami. I swallow the bitterness rising in my chest and am about to leave the group chat when a message suddenly appears in the small family group that has been silent for a long time. [Adrian: Since Amelia isn't going to Miami, let's take Phoebe to Hawaii. She's always wanted to go.] [Don't worry about the budget. I'l
