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Chapter 80- Manipulate

Author: Ana
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It had been two days since Daniella had been brought into their pack, and though Arianna had tried to stay cautious, something was gnawing at her heart.

Raymond’s chosen mate—or rather, his widow—was still in the packhouse, recovering under strict supervision. Every part of Arianna screamed to be wary of her, but a small part—the part that cared for innocent life—was conflicted.

The sound of soft footsteps behind her broke her thoughts. She turned to see Daniella standing at the door of her room, looking pale and weak, her baby bump more pronounced in the light of the room.

“Arianna,” Daniella’s voice was fragile, barely above a whisper. “Can I talk to you?”

Arianna's first instinct was to send her away, to tell her she didn't trust her, but something in the way Daniella clutched her stomach made Arianna pause. Aurora, Arianna’s wolf, stirred within her, sensing the vulnerability in the air.

“Speak,” Arianna said, her voice cold but allowing Daniella to enter.

Daniella took a few sl
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