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He opens the gates as we drive through in formation, vehicles spreading out to strategic positions around the estate. Warriors dismount, taking visible positions where anyone can see them.

The message is clear: The Moonfire Luna is here and she brought backup.

Ryder and I walk toward the garden ceremony space. I can feel hundreds of eyes watching—pack members, visiting alphas, Council operatives lurking in the background.

The garden is exactly as it was for the other wedding, white ...