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Kindly Hold On Guys!
"Not yet," I said. "I need answers first. I'm leaving tomorrow morning to see the Lycan King's priestess. If anyone knows what's going on, it's her. She would be the best bet in figuring this out before I go see Zara."
Alpha Draven nodded slowly. "Alright. Be good."
I looked at him. "Draven—"
"You're a friend," he said simply. "And a great asset to this alliance. We can't afford to lose the strongest Alpha in the kingdom. Be safe. Find your truth. And when you're ready, we'll be here."
His words hit harder than I expected. I placed my hand over his for a second. "Thank you."
He nodded once more and then walked back toward the others, who were still talking by the benches, clearly unaware of the exchange.
I turned away, pulling my hood back on properly this time.
"Snow," Glacier whispered within me. "You'll need strength for what's coming. But you're not alone."
