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I watched Emily from a distance.
Her fur was bristling, fear etched on her face, dark as a moonless night.
She slipped away from the gathering, melting into the shadows.
My wolf felt a surge of protectiveness, a low growl rumbling in my
chest.
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Seeing her go, the Elder she–wolf panicked, struggling to her feet and pushing through the pack.
But the throng of Silvermoon Pack members prevented her from catching Emily.
She tried to grab me, her fear palpable.
My own wolf bristled at the intrusion.
Before her claws could touch me, two Beta warriors intercepted her.
“What are you doing! Release me!”
The Elder she–wolf’s outburst caused a hush to fall over the crowd.
Elders are notoriously difficult when agitated, their power and influence still potent.
My wolf sensed the tension.
The Elder she–wolf seemed to realize this herself.
After a brief struggle, she began to sink back, preparing for a more significant display of fury.
That’s when I spoke, “Elder, I believe you are simply startled.
You seem injured.
I shall have a transport take you back to the healing den.”
I turned to a Beta warrior.
‘Contact someone to escort her to the healing den for a thorough examination–the cost-”
I smirked, “Oh, we shall deduct it from Ava’s future earnings.”
The Elder she–wolf’s cries ceased abruptly.
Stunned silence replaced her rage.
Then, she struggled to yell, “What healing den? I will not go to the healing den! I will not waste those resources! I am not wounded! I only want my moonstones!”
I continued giving orders, “Ava will earn many moonstones in the future, but she is still young and cannot support
you yet.
Let us assist her.
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Do not worry about Ava’s moonstones; we will arrange for the examination.”
The Beta warriors immediately began escorting her from the gathering.
I calmly stated, “She is highly agitated; it is best to keep her under observation.
Ensure she receives adequate rest.”
The Beta warrior nodded, understanding, and led her away.
The Elder she–wolf yelled and cursed as they escorted her away, her voice fading into the night.
The Howlnet, our pack’s communication network, carried her cries to every member.
“Our Isabella, ruthless and efficient!”
“Ha, that move was magnificent!”
“Magic counters magic, impressive!”
“That’s how you handle such situations!”
“Spending her resources, letting her suffer!”
“Isabella is awesome!”
The Elder she–wolf was taken to a transport and driven away.
Her curses were swallowed by the night.
I remained smiling, unfazed by the interruption.
I waved, “Let us continue the bonfire celebration.”
The interrupted music resumed, led by the Alpha, and everyone returned to the bonfire area.
Soon, laughter and singing filled the air once more.
My wolf felt a sense of relief, the tension finally easing.
It was as lively as before, as if nothing had happened.
Before long, two Beta warriors quietly approached, one carrying a pouch.
They opened it, revealing several stacks of moonstones.
My Howlnet broadcast was still active, and the viewers could see it.
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Though uncertain, they sensed these were the moonstones the Elder she–wolf had demanded earlier and which
had been stolen.
I glanced at the moonstones, then closed the pouch.
I took the pouch, secured it, and said, “See, our pack members should not act dishonorably.
The consequences of such actions are swift.”
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Olivia Harris is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.

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