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Chapter twenty one

Author: Green
last update publish date: 2026-10-19 23:18:40

CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE

THE KING’S FEAR

Ryan’s POV

The first thing I noticed was Peter’s arm around Isla.

The second was the blood on her face.

And the third was the fact that I was standing there, watching another man hold my mate against his chest while I fought the urge to tear the entire garden apart.

My wolf was already doing enough damage inside my head.

Take her away from him.

I clenched my jaw.

She is hurt. She needs us.

Then take her away from him!

I ignored the growl building in my chest
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