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Chapter 34

Author: Deborah Myers
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-10 23:34:01

Selena's POV

All eyes turned towards the entrance as a figure emerged from the darkness, walking steadily towards us. All the warriors stood up, their claws shooting up simultaneously as they prepared for defence against the intruder.

"Gentle now, friends, I've not come to harm you," he paused, then added, "not yet at least. "

Rowan!!

I recognized his voice instantly, jolting as I did so. "No, he must not see my face," I said, bending my head and putting on my hood.

"You just walked into our council, our most secret gathering. You must leave at this instant." Zane's brow furrowed as he said this, his fangs shooting out.

"Now, now, Alpha Zane. I've not come all the way here for you to send me out. You must hear me. " He walked towards the throne, walking past me be stopping.

"Hmm, you smell familiar."

"Cut to the chase and leave, we are in the middle of a serious meeting that would determine the safety of our pack!! " Zane roared.

"Of course," Rowan replied, passing me and walking ste
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