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Chapter 21

Author: Mercedes-001
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Atlas's POV

The corridors of the Crescent Moon Pack’s estate were eerily quiet as I made my way to my grandmother’s quarters. The air was heavy, and my chest tightened with every step. Confronting Lady Seraphina wasn’t something I ever took lightly—she was as immovable as the mountains that surrounded our territory.

But for Kaida, I had no choice.

I knocked once before stepping inside. The room was exactly as I remembered: filled with ornate furniture and the lingering scent of lavender. Lady Seraphina sat by the window, her sharp eyes narrowing as they landed on me.

“Atlas,” she greeted coolly, setting down the book she’d been reading. “What brings you here at this hour?”

I closed the door behind me, taking a deep breath. “We need to talk, Grandmother.”

Her lips twitched into a faint smirk. “I assumed as much. Go on, then.”

I straightened, my voice firm. “It’s about Kaida.”

Her expression hardened immediately, and she waved a hand dismissively. “Ah, the girl. What of
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Good job Atlas I’m proud of him for standing up for his mate and her family. It’s good to see him putting in the effort to prove he can and will put Kaida first
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