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Chapter 35

Author: Sholly banks
last update publish date: 2025-10-28 23:50:40

Thirty-Five: Truth In The Open

EIRA

“No,” I lie. “But Kael needs to see Esme.”

Cassian nods, sitting by the edge of the bed. “I’ve met with the pack, and informed them.”

“What did the Luna say?” I ask, glancing back at Kael briefly.

“Don’t worry about her,” he replies. “We will leave tonight.”

I press my lips together. It’s odd that Lysandra hasn’t come in to the room yet. And I know she knows we’re in here.

Maybe she’s with Jafeth…again.

Guilt gnaws at my insides, and I look away from Cassian.
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