"I have always sworn to protect this pack—to lead with dignity, strength, and honor. But today, I stand before you not just as your Alpha, but as a man who was betrayed. Betrayed by one of our own—an elder who sought to undermine my leadership and bring harm not only to me but to this entire pack." Murmurs rippled through the crowd. Shock, confusion, and disbelief spread among the pack members, their eyes widening as they tried to comprehend what their Alpha was saying. Damien paused, letting the weight of his words sink in before he continued. "Elder Lucian," he said, voice sharp as a blade, "plotted against me. He sought to weaken me before the fight and poison me. But thanks to the courage of my daughter, Kayla, I stand before you unharmed." He gestured to Kayla, who stood near Stephanie, her small figure appearing both vulnerable and strong at the same time. Gasps escaped from the crowd. Eyes darted towards Lucian, who stood amongst the elders, his face unreadable, though a fl
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