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Chapter 77 - Astraia
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2025-04-22 11:00:40Stupid ribs. Stupid healing. Stupid everything.
I woke up feeling better than I had any right to after getting thrown around by a mind-controlled Alpha, but the dull ache in my side reminded me that werewolf healing had its limits. Three days of rest and medical treatment had done wonders, but some injuries just took time.
Carson was already awake, I could tell from his breathing. He was lying carefully beside me, barely touching me except for his hand lightly resting on mine.
"Morning," I mumbled, rolling toward him despite the twinge in my side.
"Careful," he cautioned immediately, shifting back slightly. "Your ribs—"
"Are mostly healed," I finished for him, scooting closer to press against his warm chest. "Stop treating me like I'm made of glass."
He frowned down at me, eyes serious. "The healer said at least five days before—"
"Before strenuous activity," I interrupted. "Cuddling isn't strenuous, Carson."
"It is
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