The conversation drifted naturally from one subject to another. Trade routes. Border patrols. The late spring harvest. For the most part, I listened. Occasionally, one of them would explain something I didn't yet understand, but I found myself learning more simply by watching the two Alphas speak. Neither wasted words, or tried to dominate the conversation. There were no raised voices. No hidden insults disguised as politeness. Just two leaders discussing matters that affected hundreds of lives beyond the walls of this estate. At one point, Adrian set his teacup down. "I understand you've begun attending council meetings, Luna." "I have." "And how have you found them?" I smiled faintly. "Intimidating." A quiet chuckle escaped him. "An honest answer." "It seemed the safest one." "I imagine Rowan has already begun educating you." "He has." "And Kael?" I glanced briefly at my husband. "He answers every question I ask." Kael looked at me.
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