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Chapter 29: The Compass
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2026-02-22 04:48:41
Sloane Sterling A gift or a trap? 🧭 Alpha Silas’s generosity almost cost Elena everything. The compass wasn't just a relic; it was a beacon designed to lure Maya right into the hands of the Iron Ridge warriors waiting at the border. If it weren't for Garrett and the secret Grey passages, Maya would be gone by now. 🐺 Elena is officially done waiting for things to get better—she’s ready to take the map and run. But can they really make it to a safe house with Silas’s wolves on their trail? Should Elena leave without telling Xander, or does he deserve a chance to protect his daughter? Drop a '🏃♀️' if they should run now or a '⚔️' if they should stay and fight! — Sloane Sterling
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