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My mother rushed out of the palace and glanced between me and Varek, who had already resumed his human form. “Is it done?” she asked. “Yes, I’ve bonded with all five mates,” I said. Kira then reached out her hands to Varek. “Welcome to the family. I know we got off to a rocky start, but you are one of us now.” Varek took her hands, though he looked uncertain. “Thank you.” “We want to go to the Life Temple immediately,” I said. Mom nodded. “I think that is a wise idea.” “Do you know what I should expect?” “No. I’m sorry. Things were completely different for me. Hopefully your meeting with the Life Goddess is a lot easier.” My parents had gone to the Spirit Temple and fought my grandmother and her mates, while a huge battle was waged outside. When they’d defeated her, they’d release
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