Again Alpha Female Ciciane's POV

My heart refuses to believe what my brain has already registered.

No, Harad would never do this to me, he swore he would only accept me as a mate. Besides, he's still looking for me in Crescent Moon, if that counts for anything. Could it be possible that Xanne had lied?

Since we arrived at the Palace, she has changed drastically. The best friend I once knew, who would have gone to great lengths for my happiness, is no more. As the television news transitions to other stories, I stare at it without interest. Yet, Xanne's image still lingers on in my mind.

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