“You fought well today,” he says. “And I know some of you are still suffering. I will not make you wait for my decision. You may all remain here until you are completely healed, but afterward, Beaori, Morani, and Samay must leave the Calling and return to their homes. They are no longer counted among the Favored.” Murmurs of shock, disappointment, or joy ripple through the audience. Each onlooker has a favorite contestant, and for some of them, their favorite lost her chance at the throne today. People in the crowd shout the names of the remaining women, an endless echo of “Khloe” and “Teagan”
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