Serena sat quietly at the long wooden table, the contract folded carefully beside her. She had hardly slept, the weight of the decision pressing down on her chest like a heavy stone.Ada and Rose sat nearby, their faces drawn and tired. They had stayed by her side through the night, discussing every possibility, every risk. But now, with the first light of day, the reality felt even sharper.Serena reached for a cup of tea Rose had made for her, the warmth soothing her cold hands. She took a slow sip, eyes fixed on the fire that kept flickering. It was strange to feel so alone when she was being surrounded by friends. She wondered how things had gotten so complicated."You don't have to do this," Rose said softly, breaking the silence. "There has to be another way. I really don't like this idea"Serena looked up, meeting her friend's worried eyes. "There isn’t. Not anymore. Without this, the pack will fall. We can’t fight the Rogue's power alone."Ada nodded. "He's right about one
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