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Chapter 9

Author: Maia Levone
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Nadine

Wake up!

My she-wolf's voice made me groan with exhaustion.

Becca had an annoying voice; she was very grumpy and demanding. The fact that I had a hard time controlling her from taking over and going to claim my mates spoke volumes about the level of energy I had to expend with her.

You sealed me for many years, so don't expect me to treat you right, Becca said in my mind, and I opened my eyes immediately.

I did it to take care of everyone, and that includes you, even if you don't want to accept it. Now tell me what you want, I replied annoyed.

Pay attention to your surroundings and test your senses, silly girl.

Becca's recommendation made me frown, and when I was aware that I wasn't alone in the room, I immediately sat up and saw an old woman sitting by the window, watching me curiously. She reminded me of someone, but my mind was dulled with all the sensations of shift.

“Who are you and where am I?” I asked, and she smiled.

“I am your grandmother,” she said, and my eyebrows ro
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