The Omega Queen
Or had it been someone else?
Was it real?
Was it illusion?
"Alpha Drey," Tessy said suddenly. "If you can't see what Helen is doing, then maybe you're not fit to lead us right now."
That hit like a blade.
Gasps echoed. The warriors tensed.
I met her stare, expecting fear or apology. But her eyes were steel.
I turned without a word and left the chamber.
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Back in my quarters, Helen was waiting. She wore a deep blue robe, her hair cascading over one shoulder, her lips painted soft red.