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Author: Sharon Smallwood
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The tension in the room was palpable, stretching thin like a taut wire ready to snap at any moment. After Axel’s departure, the pack remained in a state of uneasy silence. Though Zane had made the call to bring Axel into their plans, none of the others seemed convinced it was the right move.

Cana stood near the window, watching the clouds roll over the horizon. The sky mirrored her conflicted emotions, heavy and brooding. Despite her trust in Zane, something about Axel’s involvement left a sour taste in her mouth. She couldn’t shake the feeling that Axel had ulterior motives, especially given his lingering glances and unsettling admiration for her powers. His words echoed in her mind, “You are truly special.” They unsettled her, making her skin crawl with unease.

She turned back to the group, where Zane was locked in a quiet discussion with Raquel about the spellwork. Lionel sat to the side, his brow furrowed in deep thought, while Mia paced back and forth, her nerves getting the bett
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