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The room falls silent, and I can feel the weight of the news settling over all of us. Deon Garamond — leader of the Shadow Rock Pack and our enemy. This isn’t just any wedding invitation; it’s a message.
I glance at Kieran, whose face is unreadable, but there’s a storm brewing in his eyes. Jayden stands close by, his hand brushing against mine, grounding me in the midst of the swirling tension. My heart is still racing from the kiss, but now it’s also pounding with a sense of dread.
“What does this even mean?!” Taylor huffs and crosses her arms.
“The nerve!” Connor shakes his head and scoffs. “The audacity!”
“Seriously! Their wedding date is set for just one day after ours!” Taylor exclaims, her brows furrowed with worry. “What are the odds of that?”
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