Rue’s POVThe hall held its breath. Every gaze was pinned on the elder clutching Marcus’s decision, the parchment trembling in his hands.“After due consideration…” his voice rang out, weighted and deliberate, “…Alpha Marcus has chosen to award the partnership to Percy’s company.”For a moment, a heavy silence.Then, like thunder splitting the sky, the announcement shattered the air. Gasps rippled through the hall. Aiden’s entourage were full of disbelief.Aiden stood frozen, his confident smile cracking, his eyes wide. The triumph he had worn only seconds ago drained from his face. He looked struck—like someone had drained him off his blood, leaving only pale skin.“No…” he whispered, almost to himself. “That’s impossible.”The murmur of the crowd swelled, half in awe, half in disbelief.Beside me, Nate’s lips curved into a victorious grin. He turned deliberately, his gaze landing on Aiden and Haven. The look he gave them was like rubbing salt on a wound. Personally, I was surprised
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