Chapter 21: The Price of Defiance

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Ethan's POV: Three days ago, before everything turned to blood and pain and choices that couldn't be unmade. The summons arrives at dawn, carried by one of Father's personal guards. 'Report to my office immediately. Do not delay. — Alpha Daniel' No explanation. No context. Just a command that allows no interpretation except immediate obedience. I know Lucian already told him——Ran crying to Father about how his older brother stole his prize, humiliated him in front of another pack, defied pack hierarchy and family loyalty for the sake of a girl Lucian had claimed. I reaching for formal clothing. If I'm walking into an ambush—and this is absolutely an ambush—I'll do it properly dressed. Father's office hasn't changed in twelve years. Dark wood paneling absorbs light, making the space

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