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Chapter 20

Author: Raelyn Karson
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-04 22:06:27
Zira-

The day before my birthday, I was standing in front of my closet, frustrated beyond belief. For three hours I have been searching for the perfect outfit. Despite all the clothes I now owned, thanks to Axton, nothing seemed acceptable to wear during the supposed birthday party.

Shortly after moving in with Axton, he had someone purchase a complete wardrobe for me. I loved everything, but nothing seemed to catch my attention right now. With a sigh, I sat on the pile of clothes I had discarded, on the bed.

This was the first time in my life that I had so many beautiful clothes, but I still wasn’t satisfied. The clothes were name brands and I loved them, but tomorrow was going to be the official start of my new life. I didn’t know if I would be able to shift, but that didn’t matter.

The only thing that mattered was I was going to let everyone know that I wasn’t going to allow them to treat me the way they have. I would also be publicly announced as Axton’s mate and wife. After di
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