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The truth about Reuben

Author: Gloriel
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-19 16:46:01
Tamara’s POV

The courtroom was heavy with tension and the air was full of unspoken accusations.

I could already feel that most people here had decided that I was the enemy.

fuck! how was I supposed to get out of this?!

My hands gripped the edge of the podium, trying to stay calm as Dante stood beside me, his presence grounding me. The elders sat in their ornate chairs, their faces filled with disapproval.

The scum, Lord Jarek was at the center of it all, his piercing gaze challenging after they produced the picture.

Me standing in Alpha Jonathan’s pack, speaking to Adrian, one of the biggest enemy of the north. My blood ran cold as the image was printed and even handed around the room which caused their whispers to erupt like wildfire.

“Explain this, Luna,” Lord Jarek said, his voice laced with mock concern. “Why were you meeting with Alpha Adrian, of all people?”

My mind raced. How had they even gotten this picture? I hadn’t seen anyone nearby when I spoke with Adrian
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