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Chapter 223

They walked in silence.

Jaden’s steps were slowing again. His hoodie hung crooked on his shoulder, the duffel dragging behind him like dead weight. Alaric had offered—twice—to carry it. Jaden had refused—twice.

But now?

Jaden’s legs buckled.

Alaric moved without thinking. One arm around his waist, t...