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Chapter 33: The Umbras

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As soon as Ragnar stepped out of the car, the front door of the pack house swung open. Alpha Lucas and his Luna emerged, both wearing bright, welcoming smiles that lit up their faces against the soft evening glow.

“Your Grace,” the couple said in unison, immediately bowing their heads. “Your Highness.”

“Lucas,” Ragnar replied stiffly, accepting the Alpha’s outstretched hand with a brief, firm clasp.

“It’s a pleasure to have you here on such short notice,” Lucas said warmly.

Ragnar gave only a c
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