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Vespera POV

While driving back to the Boreal Territory, my thoughts were occupied by Zanya and Garrick. “Why did grandfather grant him freedom?” I asked, irritation lacing my voice.

“His hands are tied, Vespera,” Varkas explained. “He can’t make decisions on his own. He has to consult all the Elders before he doles out a decision.”

I let out a frustrated sigh. “I just want to get over this!”

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