Chapter 124 The Return Of Old Bonds

• Jack smirks beside me, that familiar mischievous curve tugging at his lips. Before he can lean in and whisper something that would probably make me blush in front of the entire court, the High Priest’s voice echoes through the grand hall—booming, reverent, and commanding.
• “Now,” he declares, raising his staff high, “let all gathered here pay their respects to the newly crowned Alpha King and Queen. The presentation of gifts and praises shall begin—starting with the Alphas and Lunas of the strongest packs."
• The crowd stirs immediately, bowing as the first line of Alphas and Lunas step forward in all their regal glory. The air fills with the rustle of silk, the glint of jewels, and the deep scent of incense burning in gold bowls along the aisle.