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Chapter 58

Author: Toria
last update publish date: 2026-06-30 15:09:36

"Ready?" Kael asked me.

I looked at the small clusters of distinguished guests scattered across the gardens.

"I suppose I have to be."

"You do."

There wasn't the slightest apology in his voice.

Only honesty.

For some reason...

That made me smile.

He noticed.

The smallest hint of amusement touched his expression before he gestured toward a nearby group.

"Come."

Two people turned as we approached.

The man standing at the center was striking in a way that reminded me of Kae
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