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CHAPTER 253
~Kaid's POV~
The corridors of the palace were quiet while the air felt heavy with recent events. My steps were light, my scent carefully masked as I approached Zara's chambers.
I knew I was treading dangerous territory with Snow around but there was something about this captivating woman, Zia.
I just couldn't bring myself to ignore her.
I had intended to see her, to ensure she was recovering well after everything she'd endured. But the soft sound of her voice halted me just outside the door.
Snow was with her.
I should have walked away, given them their privacy, but something in her tone caught my attention. It wasn't just the usual warmth she reserved for him—it was something deeper that made me hesitate.
Leaning against the wall, I sharpened my hearing, catching fragments of their conversation.