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"You are correct, Officer. I will handle the discussion with the Alpha myself."The moment I was clear of the enforcers, I dialed Cameron’s private frequency. I was vibrating with a need for an explanation. I called three times, the signal echoing into the void of his refusal to answer.Fuming, I sent a text: What is it about the redesign that offends your wolf so deeply?I waited, watching the screen, but the High Alpha remained silent. He was playing a game of cat and mouse, knowing that if the Steele Pack didn't repeal the grievance, the reputation of my forge would be ashes by winter. He was forcing me to come to him and beg.When I stepped back into the studio, Daphne sneered from her desk. "Some wolves claim to be elites, but they turn out to be nothing but mangy omgas once the real work starts."She adjusted her silk collar. "Winning a Rite is one thing; executing a high-caste contract is another. If that grievance stands, our credibility for the year is slaughtered."Ignoring

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I was mildly amused by the situation."I have my own gold," I replied, my voice steady.Eva chimed in, her tone softening with sisterly concern. "Sierra, I know you’re determined to secure a den near the healers for Aunt Patricia. But a sanctuary with proper wards and a dry climate isn't cheap. The six of us in the Vaughn Circle have gathered a tribute for you."She paused, allowing the weight of the offer to settle. "Secure the deed first. You can repay the Circle in your own time, over as many lunar cycles as it takes. If you’re going to claim a territory, why not claim one worthy of your bloodline from the start?"I hesitated. I had to admit, the prospect of moving Patricia into a high-security estate immediately was a powerful lure.Without skipping a beat, Cole added, "Sierra, take the tribute. It’s family gold."In the end, I relented. "Alright. I’ll work the forge day and night to repay you all as quickly as I can."I ended the call after a brief, warm exchange with my brothers

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Dallying around with other males? As expected, nothing but venom ever spilled from Cameron's mouth.I let out a harsh, incredulous laugh and reached out, gripping his silk tie to pull him closer as I retorted, "The blood-oath for our separation is signed. Legally and spiritually, we are no longer a pair. Who I choose to share my scent with now is none of your concern, Alpha.""Sierra, do not test my patience. I don't like repeating my commands," he growled, the vibration of it rattling my chest."Why?" I snapped, my eyes flashing in defiance. "You've been hunting with a different mate for months, so I’m simply following your lead. Isn't that the 'fairness' your high-caste world preaches?"He let out a low, dangerous snarl. "Sierra Vaughn!""I’m standing right here! I can hear you perfectly!" I yelled back, giving his tie a sharp, frustrated tug.I caught him off guard. Cameron lost his balance, his heavy frame falling forward. We both tumbled onto the new mattress, the impact knocking

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"Sierra Vaughn! How dare you lay claws on me?""You drew blood first, Daphne. We are in a high-caste studio; the surveillance runes are active. I am certain they captured your lack of restraint clearly."Daphne Wright was vibrating, her scent sour with humiliated rage. She whipped around to the studio head. "Felix, you witnessed her assault!"Felix didn't hesitate. He caught Daphne by the elbow and steered her toward the private offices, throwing a sharp, meaningful look over his shoulder at me. "Sierra, your shift is over. Take your leave before the moon rises."I didn't linger. I packed my drafting tools and slipped out into the cooling air. As I walked, Cameron’s warning echoed in my mind. Naomi Brooks was a pillar of the old ways, but her lifeforce was fading. She had been the only one in the Steele Pack to treat me with any dignity during my three years of 'service.'When I reached my temporary sanctuary, I told Patricia I would be away for a short rotation.She sighed, a weary b

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"Don’t lose any sleep over it, Cameron," I replied, my voice light and airy. "His features are practically divine. To die for, really."Cameron sat on the stone hearth, his expression dark and brooding as he watched me prepare to leave. He looked as if he were fighting a phantom itch—likely the memory of the trending news cycle that had linked my scent to the famous Ryder Vaughn.The next morning, I arrived at the design forge as usual. To my mild relief, Daphne Wright was absent; I wasn't in the mood to trade snarls with her today. However, the peace didn't last. The receptionist buzzed my station shortly after."Sierra, there is a visitor in the receiving chamber for you."When I walked in, Lexi Hart was waiting. I let out a heavy, tired sigh. "What is it now? Do the Harts not have their own territory to patrol? You people won't stop hunting me.""You’ve misread the wind, Sierra. I’m not here to discuss your little architecture projects.""Then why have you crossed my threshold?"Le

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I told Patricia to head to our new sanctuary at the Vaughn Estates first while I stayed behind to oversee the final sweep of the moving pack.The truth was, Patricia had the heart of a hoarder and couldn't bear to leave even a rusted iron pot behind. I planned to cull the clutter the moment she was out of scent-range.Ryder stepped into the hollowed-out living area, his presence filling the room. "I’ve seen Patricia safely to the new territory. Honestly, Sierra, you could leave every scrap of this behind. The new den is already outfitted with the finest tech Miles could prototype."The Vaughn Circle had spared no expense, ensuring I could simply step into my new life without dragging the weight of the old one with me.I offered my brother a small smile. "I only stayed to ensure these relics are disposed of properly. Once Aunt Patricia sees the silver-inlay hearth and the silk linens at the new estate, she’ll lose the scent of this place entirely."Ryder ruffled my hair, a rare gesture

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Finally, I couldn't suppress the snarl any longer. I snapped, "Alpha Steele, you keep accusing me of playing some elaborate game of resistance. Where is your scent-proof evidence?""Right here," Cameron replied, his voice a low vibration. He reached into his leather coat and produced a small, translucent white bottle.My pulse skipped. The air in the booth suddenly felt thin. I had dropped that bottle in the master suite of the Steele Residence, and Cameron had tracked it.No wonder he’d been prying about my condition at the artisan market. He likely suspected I was seeking a blood-divorce because I was carrying.I forced my racing heart to go still. He doesn't know for sure, I told myself. After all, even Veronica Hale thought I was merely "preparing" the soil when she cornered me at the healer’s wing. She hadn't scented a pup yet.But Cameron was a different breed. His instincts were razor-sharp, and I was terrified of being laid bare before him.He slammed the bottle onto the table

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"Why are you wasting your breath thanking me? Sierra and the Steele line belong to entirely different spheres of existence. She isn't fit to carry the title of Cameron's mate. She’s nothing but a stray from the gutter who sniffed her way into our favor by pure, dumb luck."Lexi Hart wore a mask of pure satisfaction. In her mind, she was the only wolf with the blood purity to stand beside Cameron.A few rotations later, I crossed paths with Lexi again outside the design forge. We retreated to the Pacific Street Cafe to maintain some semblance of civility.Lexi leaned over her cup, her eyes flashing with impatience. "Have you severed the bond with Cameron yet? I'm losing my scent for this waiting game."I knew exactly why she had tracked me down. "I’ve already signaled him to finalize the dissolution," I replied, my voice steady and cold."And? What was his response?""He claims the industrial contracts at Steele Industries are too demanding. He says he has no time to entertain the Coun

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"Then ensure Naomi never catches the scent of the blood-divorce. She is old and her senses are fading. As long as you and I keep our muzzles shut, she will believe the bond is intact."However, Sierra might howl the truth to the winds. I never realized how cunning she was. To think she’d use your grandmother’s health as a threat...""Mother, she is not that kind of wolf."Cameron knew Sierra wouldn't weaponize the truth; she had sent him a digital pulse only days ago, practically begging to finalize the separation."Stop baring your teeth in her defense! How can you endure the fact that she’s been scented by another male? We need to sever this tie before her common blood stains our reputation further.""I will manage my own territory, Mother.""Naomi’s heart-fire won't wait for your 'management'! Think on my words. Your grandmother needs that healer."Veronica Hale stood, gesturing sharply to a maid. "Incinerate that portrait immediately."Elaine Foster intentionally moved at a snail'

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Aaron let out a heavy, tired breath. "You need to retreat to your nest and find some real sustenance for the midday meal."I nodded, my eyes drifting to his communication device vibrating on the faux-fur rug. "Aaron, your link is pulsing.""I see it. Go on, get some rest."He waited until the door to my sleeping quarters clicked shut before he finally answered Lexi Hart’s signal. He stepped out onto the stone balcony, the biting Northlands wind whipping his hair."Hello. What is it now?""Aaron, it's urgent," Lexi’s voice came through, frantic and thin. "I need to speak with you."He frowned, his gaze flickering toward my door. "If this is another plea for the Steele house, don't waste the air in your lungs.""Aaron!" Lexi cried out. "I truly have a bond with Cameron. I want to mark him as my own.""Cameron Steele is already bonded. Are you trying to hunt in another female's territory? Are you trying to be the interloper in Sierra’s life?""Aaron, I’ve told you, Cameron is severing th

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