All Chapters of Claimed By The Lycan King: Chapter 181

The car slowed as we approached the Grand Royal Shopping Center, its glass and marble façade gleaming in the midday sun. I felt my heart rate increase as I noticed the gathered crowd outside the main entrance – not the usual shoppers, but a tightly packed group holding signs I couldn't quite read from this distance."What is that?" I asked, leaning closer to the window.Victor's expression darkened. "Protesters, Your Majesty. We received intelligence this morning that anti-integration groups planned demonstrations today, but we didn't expect them here specifically.""Someone leaked our destination," Nathaniel stated flatly from the front seat, his tone carrying an accusation though he didn't direct it at anyone specifically.Lola's hand found mine, squeezing gently. "We can go back," she offered. "Try another day, or another location."I stared at the protesters, their angry faces coming into focus as we drew closer. Their signs carried s