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Chapter 21: Xander

Author: Cooper
last update Last Updated: 2023-04-23 19:40:26
I have never challenged my father before. I never had a reason to before today.

He realizes instantly that she’s my mate, but he’s still willing to condemn her for something she had no control over.

It’s Maeve who is able to diffuse the situation by using my mother’s Guardian gift. She doesn’t seem to know that my father has it too, since he’s her mate.

After she tells her story, I know my mother well enough to know that she will want to look after her. I want it to be me, but I know, as soon as Maeve breaks down, that my mother can help her in a way that I can’t right now.

Einar begins fighting against me, knowing that Maeve is more open with him than with me. He wants to care for her, be there for her and I have to fight him back. Once again, it’s Maeve that calms the situation by telling Einar that she’s okay.

When they walk away, Reagan surprises both of us by scolding my father. Apparently my sisters are feeling protective of my mate. I like that.

My father watches them leav
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Now Maeve is under Liam's protection, and Angel and Liam are realizing why Rich is having problems with the Council.

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