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Chapter 65: Waiting
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2026-05-16 18:18:44Day one without the warriors felt wrong. The training yard was quieter. Patrols were thinner. The packhouse felt empty.
Jasmina tried to focus on other work. Failed mostly.Elara kept her busy. "The women's council needs your approval on three proposals.""What proposals?""First, expanding childcare to include overnight options. For warriors on night duty.""Approved. Next?""Self-defense training for non-warriors. Teach everyone basic pr
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