Ronan's POVThe ceremonial grounds were surprisingly full. I sat in the elevated seating, my hands gripping the armrests, my eyes moving across the crowd. Elders, warriors, families, children, nobles, servants, even visiting wolves from allied packs.This was never supposed to be an event."What's going on? Am I in the wrong place?"I stood and walked toward Mother. She was seated near the platform, Wren beside her, both of them looking perfectly composed.I cleared my throat and slipped my hands into my pockets."Mother, why the crowd? What are we celebrating?"She looked up at me, her smile pleasant."Why, Son? Must there be something to celebrate?"I gestured toward the enormous crowd."This many people didn't gather for nothing. Something is happening, and I'm not aware of it?"She tilted her head."Ronan, you are so stiff. Loosen up a little. I was bored and wanted a little entertainment."She chuckled, but I wasn't finding it funny, I felt my jaw tighten."Every official event i
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