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Odessa's Ploy

Author: Best Writes
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-30 15:48:32

The words sounded foreign to Keegan. It's been years since he last heard of it. And that was because there was hardly a reason to make use of it. It never happened.

"It's hard to believe in something that never happens," he answered curtly, passing a cold stare at Kalaril.

"You know it happens. Just rarely."

Keegan's eyes darkened. "What are you playing at, boy?"

Kalaril was tempted to laugh. Keegan only used 'boy' on hm when he intentionally wanted to get on his nerves.

"I have heard a thing or two about it. And from your experience with Sheera, it looks more like...."

"Don't you dare," Keegan cut him off, shaking his head slowly and showing his threat.

Schooling his agitation, he added after a moment. "She is nothing to me. It is all in my head and I am positive I will get over her with my mind in it. So far, I have survived a week."

"Barely," Kalari added.

He was the only one that could drag words with the Alpha without risking a blow to his face. Or worst.

Keegan's gaze grew
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