The roar of the crowd thundered through the thick stone walls like a brewing storm.Eugene stood before a wide mirror, the muscles in his jaw tight, his chest rising and falling slowly as he adjusted the strap of his leather bracer. The intricate wolf crest of his family was etched into the chest of his ceremonial armor, a symbol of honor and bloodline, of what was at stake tonight.Max stood behind him, arms crossed, his expression serious yet steady. He, too, was armored—not for battle, but for duty.From beyond the stone archway leading into the hallway, they could hear the thundering chorus of thousands. The sacred grounds were packed. Every council member, noble bloodlines and common wolves alike, had come to witness the blood challenge. The duel for the title of Alpha King.The door creaked open and Councillor Hadrian entered, his robes sweeping behind him. “You look ready,” Hadrian said.“I am,” Eugene replied.Hadrian nodded once, slowly. Then he walked forward until he sto
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