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Chapter 44: A Lesson in Diplomacy

Author: Pixie Snow
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-18 17:33:21

Nicola stood at the edge of the training grounds, her arms crossed as she watched the pack warriors spar under Damien’s supervision. The crisp morning air carried the sounds of grunts, the clash of practice weapons, and the occasional barked instruction.

Today wasn’t about combat for her, though. Today was about diplomacy - an entirely different kind of battle.

Alpha Marcus had called a meeting with neighboring packs to discuss recent rogue activity. Nicola’s presence had been specifically requested - not just as a representative of the Crescent Moon Pack but as a future Luna in training.

The weight of that expectation settled heavily on her shoulders.

“Penny for your thoughts?” Dean’s voice interrupted her spiraling worries.

She turned to find him leaning casually against a tree, his easygoing smile doing little to mask the concern in his eyes.

“Just wondering how many ways I can screw this up,” Nicola admitted with a wry smile.

Dean shook his head. “You’re not going to screw it up.
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