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Chapter Nine

Author: Sylvette
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-07-11 09:27:51

The council chamber smelled of pinewood and politics.

Dominic stood at the head of the long stone table, arms crossed, jaw tight. The lights were low, casting shadows across the curved walls of the old building. The council had gathered late — past twilight — when the city was quiet and the wolves stirred.

Across from him sat three of his senior pack council members — Rael, Cassian, and Idris. Their expressions were tense, flickering between loyalty and apprehension.

“She’s getting too close,” Rael muttered, drumming his fingers on the wood. “First the court cases. Then the dock reports. She’s asking questions — questions that lead into territory we’ve kept buried for decades.”

Dominic narrowed his eyes. “She’s a lawyer. Investigating is part of her job. That's exactly why I brought her in. So we’ll know her movements.”

“She’s also your mate,” Idris added coldly. “That complicates things.”

Cassian leaned forward. “You said it yourself, Dom. The syndicate’s growing bolder. If Serena ke
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