(Kael's POV)I need to talk to Rylan about the curse-breaking timeline.The ritual needs his input as beta, his blessing as Zara's brother given the risks involved. Elena and I have been discussing it privately for days, but it's time to bring the pack's leadership into the conversation.I find him at the communal tables after dinner, sitting with Zara. They're having one of those quiet sibling moments, comfortable silence punctuated by occasional comments. I hesitate to interrupt, but this can't wait much longer."Rylan," I call as Elena and I approach. "Got a minute?"He looks up, immediately reading the seriousness in my tone. "Of course, Alpha.""Not Alpha business. Pack business." I gesture to the empty seats across from them. "Mind if we join you?""Please." Rylan shifts over, making room. Zara does the same, though her expression is guarded. She's been odd lately, distracted in a way that concerns me, but that's a conversation for another time.Elena settles beside me, her pres
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