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The Mate Challenge

Author: Ava
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-22 20:38:06

Elowen’s POV

I had spent weeks avoiding the triplets as much as possible. They were a storm I wasn’t ready to face—a mix of danger, hatred, and something I couldn’t quite name. But their shadows loomed over me wherever I went.

Today, though, I managed a rare moment of peace, sitting under the old oak tree near the pack training grounds. The cool breeze carried the scent of pine, and for once, I felt a sliver of calm. Lisa was nearby, practicing sparring moves, and I watched her with a faint smile.

It didn’t last.

A strange scent hit me—a mix of smoke and iron. It was unfamiliar, sharp, and sent my wolf into a frenzy.

“Danger,” she whispered, her voice tight with warning. “Be ready.”

Before I could process it, a figure appeared, stepping into my line of sight. He was tall, with dark auburn hair and eyes that gleamed like polished steel. His presence radiated power and confidence, and the way he moved made it clear he wasn’t an ordinary wolf.

“Who are you?” I asked, my voice trembling s
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