Chapter 24
That night Lena walked alone near the sanctuary. The pressure of leading wolves twice her age weighed heavily on her shoulders. “You look like someone who regrets starting a war,” Ronan said from the shadows. Lena didn’t turn. “I didn’t start it.” “No,” Ronan replied. “You were born into it.” He stepped closer, his presence calm but intense. “You’re stronger than you think.” Lena finally looked at him. “You don’t trust Kael.” Ronan tilted his head slightly. “I trust his strength,” he said. “But strength alone doesn’t win wars.” “And you do?” Lena asked. Ronan smirked faintly. “I survive them.” Suddenly Lena’s power surged. Wind rushed through the trees. Leaves lifted violently from the ground. Ronan’s expression shifted. “That’s new.” “What?” Lena asked. Ronan looked
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