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CHAPTER 259
~Alpha King Kaid's POV~
Richard blinked, his normally unreadable face betraying a flicker of surprise. "A celebratory feast? For her?"
"Yes," I said firmly. "It's time we formally acknowledge her presence here."
"With all due respect, Your Majesty," Richard began cautiously, "I don't believe that would be wise. Celebrating her specifically might draw unnecessary attention. There are already whispers among the court and the allied packs about her importance."
I waved his concern away. "It doesn't have to be framed as solely about Zara. We can make it a broader event—an opportunity to honour our guests from the werewolf packs. A little feast between elders and…"
Richard frowned slightly, leaning back in his chair. "You want to use Zara as the focal point while masking it as a diplomatic gesture?"