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The Alpha Within

Author: Sophie Lane
last update publish date: 2026-09-17 05:51:05

"Dominic?"

Rei's voice trembled.

He stared at her.

There was no recognition in his eyes.

No warmth.

No irritation.

No familiar spark that always appeared whenever she challenged him.

Nothing.

Just black.

Rei took a careful step toward him.

"Dominic, look at me."

He tilted his head.

"Who are you?"

The question shattered her.

She stopped.

Mara gasped behind her.

"Rei..."

Rei shook her head.

"No."

She forced herself forward.

"You know me."

Dominic's expression remained blank.

"I don't."

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