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CHAPTER 68 AXEL Alethea's determination was palpable, a fire burning within her. But I knew she harbored doubts. Who wouldn't? "Hey," I said, breaking the silence. "Has Kaiden been bothering you?" Alethea shook her head. "No, I haven't seen him since the party. It's been...refreshing." I nodded, my jaw clenching. "You won't have to deal with him. I'll make sure of it." Alethea's eyes met mine, gratitude flickering within them. As I gazed at her, thoughts swirled in my head. Thoughts I could never voice. Why was I so invested in protecting her? Was it just duty? Or something more? My reflection was interrupted by the shrill ring of my phone. I glanced at the caller ID: "Luna." Alethea's eyes narrowed. "Who's Luna?" I hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. "Just a friend." Ale