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Chapter Ten

Author: Liz Ferguson
last update Last Updated: 2023-03-07 22:32:56

"No! That isn't right! Do it again Derek."

Cassidy sat on the wooden fence surrounding the training yard, swinging her dangling feet and munching on an apple absently. The morning had been surreal, full of empty beds and unanswered questions. The Lycan King had been mysteriously absent from breakfast, and she decided to amuse herself by watching the Lycan Lords train.

Derek squared off with Callum while William and Tristan offered critiques. Both men clashed, blades ringing in the early morning hush. Cassidy studied them closely, having never been allowed to wield a sword during her training classes with her siblings.

Derek's gaze kept sliding to her, and again his sword flew from his grasp. He cursed sharply. "Why is the Fox here? Shouldn't she be in a shadowed corner waiting to pop out and stab someone?"

Cassidy glared at the Lycan. "Am I too distracting, My Lord, or are you just a fumbling idiot this morning?"

Laughter echoed in the yard and Derek colored hotly. He stomped over
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