The council chamber was full, the air heavy with tension. Warriors, healers, and servants crowded the edges. Whispers buzzed like flies, but the center of the room was silent, all eyes fixed on Kai.He stood rigid, hands clenched at his sides, face pale but eyes burning with fury. His chest heaved as if every breath was a battle. Elise stood opposite him, her body shaking, her lips trembling. She tried to reach him, but he pulled back as though her touch would burn.“Say something,” she whispered, voice cracking. “Please, Kai. Look at me. You know I would never—”“Stop,” he cut in, his voice rough, breaking. “Don’t you dare say another word.”The pack stirred. Some leaned forward, hungry for drama. Others averted their gaze, pity etched across their faces. Becky stood near the edge, her hands folded neatly, her head bowed as though in sorrow, but her eyes glistened with quiet triumph. Luka was beside her, arms crossed, smirk barely hidden.Elise’s knees weakened, but she forced hersel
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