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Zarek

The drive home is silent. I don’t know how to start or what to say to Vaelia. All I know is that I’ve been insulted in a way I’ve never experienced before.

I say nothing to her, and she doesn’t speak either.

When we arrive back at the castle, Brida, Galdor, and Kord are waiting to greet us. As Vaelia steps out of the car, Brida can’t hide her excitement.

“You found her, my Alpha!” she says,