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A heavy silence fell over the living room, thick with unspoken words and unresolved tension.

‘Didn’t Marcus tell me Kane rarely comes here? So why is he here now?‘ I wondered.

After what felt like forever, Diana broke the silence. “Kane.”

He strode over and settled into one of the couches. I tried my best to ignore him, keeping my eyes fixed on my lap while listening to their conversation.

“Coming to check on me?” Garrett asked. “We hardly see you here except for pack meetings or family events.”

“Since when do I need a reason to come to my own pack mansion?” Kane retorted. “Isn’t this the Alpha’s residence?”

I nearly scoffed out loud but caught myself. His arrogance only fueled my hatred.

“Kane,” his mother’s voice was measured, diplomatic. “Selene has graciously agreed to help us during your father’s illness. We’ve asked her to stay with us for a week. We’re grateful for her support during this difficult time.”

Kane’s eyebrow shot up. “Stay here?”

It was crystal clear he knew nothing about this arrangement. I decided right then – one more insult from him and I’d be back at my hotel.

let someone from another pack stay here without even asking me?” he challenged his parents.

Diana, I’m sorry. I can’t stay where I’m not wanted, especially if the head Alpha

with every

insisted. “This isn’t just

Your father is ill. Don’t argue,” Diana’s tone turned icy, reminding me

“Don’t act like I care if she stays. I’m just asking why I wasn’t

relaxed at his

“She poses no threat to our

attitude. He’s always

his eyes were on his father, I knew he was listening

well,” I said, bitterness seeping into

know her too. I’d love to tell you both about it, but one of you is too fragile for that kind

– was he threatening to reveal the truth about my children? I needed to escape.

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quickly, heading for the stairs. Once on the upper floor, I made

leaned against the closed door with a sigh. “Just one week,” I reminded myself. Sitting on the bed, I

long day made my heart ache. “What are

silence worried me.

want to

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