The formal dinner continued.But the energy of the hall had shifted irrevocably.Conversations resumed, but they were quieter. More careful. Servers moved more carefully around the brothers’ table, understanding that even accidental proximity could be dangerous.Everyone had witnessed the power play.As the dinner progressed toward its conclusion, Barrett turned slightly in his seat to look at Gwen.His dark eyes met hers for just a moment, and then he spoke, his voice low enough that only she could hear, despite the ambient noise of the hall."Go to your room," he said, the command absolute and brooking no argument. "Take a bath."It wasn’t a suggestion. It was an order. And the meaning beneath the words was unmistakable: wash off what Kieran left on your body. Remove his touch. Cleanse yourself of his claim."Yes, Alpha," Gwen said quietly, and she excused herself from her duties.She made her way out of the dining hall, her movements steady despite the trembling that ran through he
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