Chapter 9
Damon's Suspicions
Damon witnesses Mia’s aggressive behavior towards Lyla. His suspicions about Mia’s motives solidify, and he starts questioning Lyla’s guardedness more intensely.
The fire in the council lodge had burned down to coals, but Damon felt none of its warmth.
He stood with his back to the hearth, arms crossed, watching Lyla across the table. She sat stiff-backed, hands folded in her lap like she was bracing for a blow. Mara sat to her right, quiet but watchful. Kade leaned against the wall by the door, arms folded, jaw tight. Mia wasn’t here. She’d been sent to check the eastern snare lines. Damon had made sure of it.
“What happened in the yard today?” Damon asked. His voice was level. It had to be. Alphas didn’t roar unless they meant to shed blood.
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