MATES AND POWERS We woke up earlier than expected, stirred by the sounds of clashing steel and shouted commands drifting up from downstairs. Shadow Pack warriors were already training,just as we’d been told. After the palace guards, they were considered the best, and watching them through the window, I could see why. “Do they ever rest?” I murmured, tying my hair back. Liam smiled faintly. “Only when they’re dead—or ordered to.” We bathed, dressed, and talked quietly while getting ready. Whatever we said to Alpha Daniel today had to be convincing. There was too much at stake to stumble through it. By the time we went downstairs, breakfast was already laid out. The long table was warm and inviting, filled with the scent of fresh bread and tea. Mia was already seated. When she noticed us, she paused—but this time, there was no open hostility in her eyes. If anything, she looked guarded. “Good morning,” I said, keeping my tone polite. “Morning,” she replied, short but civ
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