Chapter Five: Karen looked at Jamie, feeling her rage bubble up to the surface. "Jealousy is no excuse for what you've done, Jamie," she said, her voice cold and controlled. "You've hurt me, and you've hurt our family. It's time to face the consequences of your actions."Jamie cowered in the corner of her room, her eyes wide with fear. "What consequences?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Karen took a step forward, her fists clenched at her sides. "You will apologize to me and my fated mate," she said, her voice filled with determination. "And you will leave this kingdom, never to return."Jamie's eyes widened in shock. "Leave the kingdom?" she repeated. "But where will I go?""That's not my concern," Karen replied, her voice firm. "You've made your bed, Jamie. Now you have to lie in it."The rebel stepped forward, his eyes flickering with anger. "And if you refuse to leave?" he asked, his voice low and dangerous."Then we'll make sure you leave," Karen replied,
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