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Azura

Nolan’s mouth opens, but before he can speak, his phone buzzes urgently. He pulls it out, and his eyes widen as he reads the text, his face paling.

“My father has kidnapped the Alpha King,” he announces, his voice tight with fear. “He’s threatening to kill him if I don’t bring Azura back.”

He shoves the phone back into his pocket, but his hand trembles slightly. “I can’t let that happen. I have to get to my pack to stop the damage.”

“You’ve got to be kidding me.” Ryker scoffs, stepping closer, his eyes narrowing with suspicion. “How the hell could he kidnap the King? The academy is crawling with professors, his Beta, Gamma, guards, and every Alpha present for the battle. This smells like a trap, Nolan.”

A low, menacing growl rumbles from Ryker’s chest, his protective instincts flaring. His gaze locks onto Nolan’s, searching for any sign of deceit. The tension between them is palpable, thickening the air as they stare each other down.

Nolan’s jaw clenches, frustration flickering a
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