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Chapter 30: Before the Whole Kingdom
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2026-11-11 10:00:34“The Moon Trial is void,” said Kael.
He said it to the whole courtyard, from the balcony, in a voice that rolled over the heads of a thousand people. Lyra stood beside him with her knees still shaking. “The man who called it sits in chains. The council that bought it is in pieces. No one will test Lady Lyra of Silverfang again.” He turned. “And no one will touch her.” The crowd roared. Flower petals rained from the windows. Somewh
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