Chapter 191: The Alpha Ball
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Chapter 191
~Zara’s POV~
I turned to watch as Aira and Tempest appeared, their identical features striking under the ballroom’s glow. Aira’s elegance radiated in her flowing emerald gown, while Tempest’s fiery red ensemble reflected her fierce spirit.
As they descended, Koda straightened, his demeanor shifting subtly. His eyes locked on Aira and I saw the yearning and nervousness flashing across his face. It was fleeting, but I caught it before he composed himself, bowing to greet them.
"Lady Aira. Lady Tempest," Koda said, his tone steady but not quite masking the crack in his composure.
"Beta Koda," Aira replied politely.
Tempest, however, arched a brow, her sharp gaze cutting through his carefully crafted facade. "Nice to see you again, Beta." Her tone was tinged with sarcasm.
Koda hesitated before nodding. "The pleasure is mine."
Before the tension could linger, the next announcement rang out. "Alpha Zade Gold, Alpha of the Golden Claw Pack!"
The room collectively shifted, every head turning toward the staircase once more. Zade’s powerful presence filled the space before he even stepped forward.