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Chapter 10 : Luna’s Lies Exposed
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Lyra could hardly believe her reflection. Gone was the hollow-eyed, exhausted girl she had grown accustomed to seeing; in her place was someone new, someone who might even be called… hopeful. Her hand lingered at the collar of the gown Evelyn had brought for her, fingers brushing the soft fabric. It was finer than anything she’d worn in years, and the weight of it felt almost like an anchor, something to keep her steady in the storm ahead.Evelyn’s words echoed in her mind. “He sees strength in you.” Lyra wanted desperately to believe it, but doubt gnawed at her heart.“Lyra, they’re waiting,” Evelyn said softly, touching her shoulder.Lyra nodded, steeling herself as she stepped into the corridor, each step carrying her closer to the chamber where Kane, his father, and the Council members awaited. Her mind raced with doubts and worries. Would they see her as nothing more than the broken slave she’d been all her life? Could she truly stand before them and face their judgment?As she e
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The room was silent, tense as King Alaric rose. The shadows seemed to deepen around him, his powerful presence casting a weight over the entire gathering. He fixed his gaze on Regina, his eyes piercing. "Regina, it’s time you reveal the truth."Regina’s eyes darted around, panic flashing in their depths as she tried to hold onto her composure. She straightened, sneering as she opened her mouth to speak, but her bravado was faltering under the King’s intense scrutiny.King Alaric leaned forward. “You can resist, but only for so long. I, King Alaric of the Lycans, command you to speak only the truth.” His voice, low and powerful, resonated through the hall, binding her.Regina’s face contorted, and she seemed to fight the words rising to her lips. But the Alpha command left her no choice. Her voice was strained, trembling as she began.“I… I did what I had to do,” Regina spat, each word forced from her. “The old Luna - she was beloved, too beloved. Everyone adored her, respected her. Sh
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