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Chapter 16: Strained Bonds

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As we prepared for the upcoming battle, I couldn't help but notice the tension between Alex and me. It wasn't just the stress of the situation - something felt off between us. I knew that our relationship had been put to the test lately, with everything going on, but I couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong.

I tried to talk to Alex about it, but every time I brought it up, he brushed it off and said that he was just stressed. I knew that wasn't the whole story, but I didn't want to push him. I had my doubts and insecurities to deal with, and I didn't want to make things worse.

As we faced the human group in battle, our bond was put to the test in more ways than one. We fought side by side, but there were moments when I felt like we were on different pages. Doubts crept into my mind - did Alex still trust me? Did he still love me?

"I don't know if I can do this," I confessed to Alex as we sat in our den, our packmates busy with their tasks around us. "I feel like I'm faili
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