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Chapter 7 : Claiming What’s Mine
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The room was silent, tense as King Alaric rose. The shadows seemed to deepen around him, his powerful presence casting a weight over the entire gathering. He fixed his gaze on Regina, his eyes piercing. "Regina, it’s time you reveal the truth."Regina’s eyes darted around, panic flashing in their depths as she tried to hold onto her composure. She straightened, sneering as she opened her mouth to speak, but her bravado was faltering under the King’s intense scrutiny.King Alaric leaned forward. “You can resist, but only for so long. I, King Alaric of the Lycans, command you to speak only the truth.” His voice, low and powerful, resonated through the hall, binding her.Regina’s face contorted, and she seemed to fight the words rising to her lips. But the Alpha command left her no choice. Her voice was strained, trembling as she began.“I… I did what I had to do,” Regina spat, each word forced from her. “The old Luna - she was beloved, too beloved. Everyone adored her, respected her. Sh
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