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TANIA

“Zarek?” I whispered and my heart skipped a beat.

I took in the familiar sight of Zarek's broad back and dark brown hair, and I knew that it was him instantly. His voice, his broad back... It seemed as though they were plastered in my mind.

My face grew warm when I noticed that he was fine. He didn't seem to be hurt or in pain. I felt a sense of relief wash over me, and then... I couldn't help but notice how handsome he looked, even in his simple clothes.

My wolf whispered, “We came here to get our dress for the Moon Gala, not drool over Zarek.”

But I couldn't help myself. I found myself wondering what he'd look like in finer attire.

“He is just so handsome,” I thought, feeling a blush rise to my cheeks. If the Moon Goddess had blessed him with wealth, I would have attempted to win him over. Perhaps I would have even tried to seduce him.

“Oh, please! Have some dignity, Tania,” my wolf said.

“What's with the talk about dignity? That's what I did to get food on the table while I
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