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Chapter 27: The Duel

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Courage and Pride

As the pack assembled in a broad circle under the waxing moon's silvery light, the clearing was a hive of excitement.

The duel was a struggle of ideals and commitments that were strained to the breaking point, not merely a contest of might. The tension was thick enough to choke breathing, and the air crackled with intensity. Damon moved forward, his voice piercing the muttering throng as the wolves stood shoulder to shoulder, their muttering stopped.

"We are seeing a struggle for supremacy tonight. Caleb of the Crescent Claw and Aiden of the pack will resolve their conflict in the only manner our species is familiar with: with honor and blood."

With her heart thumping against her ribs, Iris stood at the edge of the circle. Knowing that the pack regulations prohibited her from interfering, she tightened her hands against the temptation. Her mark tingled menacingly, a subliminal warning that she was yet unable to interpret. As Aiden entered the circle, his amber gaze
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