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10: Ownership

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Natasha’s POV

Staring at the file in his Beta’s hands, I didn’t know what to expect.

The way he held it, firm and tight against his chest, like whatever was inside had weight—real weight. Not just paper. Like it could change something. Maybe everything. I didn’t even reach for it. Just stared. And waited.

The King said nothing. He didn’t move either. He just stood there beside me, quiet but sharp, like a sword held inches from my throat. His presence filled the entire space, and somehow, I felt even smaller in the room that already wasn’t mine.

The Beta took slow steps forward and placed the file carefully on the table in front of me. His eyes met mine for a second, and I couldn’t tell what they meant. Pity? Warning? Or just obedience?

I didn’t touch it yet.

I just kept my hands where they were, curled slightly on my lap, and stared down at the black file like it might explode if I opened it wrong.

The silence was thick now. It pressed into my skin.

Still, I didn’t reach for it.

I did
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