Chapter Fifty-Four: Shadows and Promises Every second, his jaw tight with tension. The ticking of the hands felt like a countdown to something he couldn’t name—another transformation, another loss of control. When he finally spoke, his voice was rough. “Forgotten? How could I forget what you’ve done for me? That’s why I need you to leave. If Slagle finds us here…” He trailed off, his eyes darkening at the thought of his brother’s cruelty. Adhara stepped closer, placing a gentle hand on his shoulder. “Then we’ll face him together. You don’t have to carry this alone anymore, Jarckon.” He looked up at her, and for a moment, the pain in his emerald eyes softened. “You don’t understand what he’s capable of. He wants the Alpha throne—and he’ll destroy anyone who stands in his way. Including you.” Before Adhara could reply, a sharp knock echoed through the house. It was not a gentle tap, but a heavy, demanding pound that shook the wooden doorframe. Both of them froze, their hearts racin
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