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Chapter 40
September 12th
Jess’s point of view
My father came back into the kitchen, nursing his throat.
“The Alpha’s message was clear,” he said.
My heart leapt.
“We either stay here and allow Cato Loren to lead you further astray or start a new life somewhere else.”
My heart sank again.
“What?” I asked.
“Pack your things, Jess. We leave this evening.”
“I don’t want to leave,” I protested. “This is our home, our pack. Where would we go?”
“Anywhere without Cato will do.”
My mouth opened as I turned pleadingly to my mother.
“Mom?”
She sighed, “Cato is nothing but trouble, Jess. Your father’s right. We can’t disobey the Alpha, but we also have duties as your parents. So we don’t have a choice.”
“Mom, Dad, please,” I begged, tears falli
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