The Lightning Wolf Chronicles Novel

Chapter 173: Change Starts Here Evelyn's POV Acacia's voice drifted from the kitchen, her tone venomous. "Dad, do something! he can't stay here! She ruins everything!" I'll try, sweetheart, her father replied quietly. "But we can't go after her directly She'll leave once her mission's done." 'Why not? Acacia snapped. "Everything was better after she left. She's turning everyone against me! As the future Luna, I won't put up with disloyal people!" 'Once you become Luna, you can send her away. But we need to be careful now.

Whether she has talent or not, she's still everyone's favorite." I rolled my eyes at their pathetic scheming. After everything I'd faced, Acacia's party games weren't worth my energy anymore. I strode into the kitchen, completely ignoring their startled faces. Without acknowledging them, I headed straight for the cabinet. "Dora always hides some goodies here," I said to Sophia and Freya, pulling out energy bars and dried fruit. "The boys eat everything in sight, but she manages to save some snacks." I handed some to my friends and walked out without a backward glance.

Acacia's shocked silence behind me was more satisfying than any confrontation could have been. 74% Outside, the familiar scents of home wrapped around me. The pack lands looked exactly as I remembered, though I felt like a different person returning to them. "This is where you grew up?" Sophia looked around, impressed. "It's way more peaceful than I expected." "Just wait till you see the training grounds," I laughed. "Not so peaceful there." As we approached the training area, unexpected shouts and movement caught my attention. "What's going on?" Freya asked, pointing ahead.

"Sounds like a lot of people." "That's weird. It should be empty this time of day." We quickened our pace, and I stopped short at the entrance. The field was filled with kids around ten years old, all training intensely under the supervision of my boys. "Griffin!" I called out, spotting the Delta at the edge of the field. 'What's all this Since when do we have afternoon sessions?" Griffin turned, his face lighting up. "Evelyn! Well, you could say this was your dog. 'My doing?" "These kids saw you go from underestimated Beta's daughter to Sentinel," he said obvious pride in his voice.

Now they all want extra training. Some recent... incidents... also made everyone realize combat skills matter." 'Nothing serious," he added quickly, seeing my concern. I introduced my teammates. "This is Sophia, fellow Sentinel and friend. And this Freya from Crescent City pack, an Alpha's daughter." 1/3 10:04 Mon, Jan 12 DG Chapter 173: Change Starts Here Griffin nodded respectfully. "It's an honor. Alpha, I'm truly sorry about what happened to your pack." "Thanks, Freya said simply. "I'm focused on the future now." 74% Griffin's eyes sparked with mischief.

'Since you're here, how about showing these kids what real Sentinels can do? They've heard stories about you, but never seen Sentinels in action." "What did you have in mind?" I asked. 'Modified chase game," he explained, pointing to the obstacle course. "You three ross all obstacles from start to finish. The kids try to block you. If any of you gets touched, your team fails." "Any prize if we win?" Sophia asked, already stretching. 'Beat Evelyn's old record and I'll throw you a feast, Griffin laughed.

"Milo's team came closest, but they're still way behind your time." I glanced around the field and spotted the boys. Milo was waving excitedly, Elliot watching the children, Magnus and Lucian maintaining their composure. Orion... he kept looking away whenever our eyes might meet. Griffin's voice boomed across the field. "Everyone! We have special guests today Evelyn and her Sentinel teammates. They'll show you what real teamwork looks like. The kids erupted in cheers, several familiar faces waving at me. "That's not fair!" a skinny boy protested. "Making us go against Sentinels?

We don't have a chance!" Freya crouched to his level. "Do you think real enemies care about being fair? You get stronger by facing people better than you. If you only fight weaker opponents, you'll never grow." The boy fell silent, and I noticed other children looking at Freya with new respect Griffin organized the teams, then returned to us. "Don't hold back. These kids need a real challenge. You grew up with tough training, Evelyn - smallest in size but toughest warrior we've ever had." His words caught me off guard.

Being back in this place, surrounded by memories hit me harder than expected. 'Evie, you okay?" I turned to find Orion beside me, his brow furrowed in concern. Without thinking, I threw my arms around him, breathing in his familiar scent. at sense of safety was something I'd missed desperately. 'I haven't forgiven you yet,' he muttered, squeezing me tight. 'I know. I'm sorry I didn't do more, I whispered back. 'Sorry isn't enough. We'll talk after this. He patted my back once before pullingway and heading toward his team. 'What was that about?' Freya asked.

'Can he sense your emotions or something? 'Kind of. He always shows up when I need someone - when I'm feeling down or sured. It started after my wolf awakened." 'Sounds like mate bonding to me, Sophia said bluntly. 2/3 10:04 Mon, Jan 12 DAG. Chapter 173: Change Starts Here "No way!' I shook my head quickly. "Definitely not that. We've talked about it. Th other boys can comfort me too. It's just... our group thing 'Ready!' Griffin called out. "Ladies, prepared to face the challenge?" We exchanged grins, battle excitement kindling inside me.

4%,74%u "Nothing to worry about," I said, flexing my wrists. 'I could run this course blind lded. Freya, contain the right flank; Sophia, take left to split their attention. We'll meet at the center point, then sprint to finish together." "Got it," they nodded in unison. "These kids aren't slow, and they know the terrain better than we do. But they're inexperienced and fall for fake-outs. Use the obstacles to your advantage." Yes, Captain, they responded through our mind link. I took a deep breath, feeling that familiar pre-battle rush.

It reminded me of my first day at Sentinel training - nervous, excited, and ready to prove myself. 'Ready... begin!" At Griffin's signal, I launched toward the climbing frame. Behind me, children shouted and footsteps pounded, but I didn't look back. I grabbed the first bar and pulled myself up, keeping track of my teammates from the corner of my eye. Freya had already drawn six kids to her side, moving effortlessly between balance beams. Sophia was easily outpacing the children trying to flank her. This is too easy, Sophia laughed through our link. These kids have no coordination.

Don't get cocky, I warned. They're smarter than they look. Comments 2 Write Comments < SHARE 3/3 10:04 Mon, Jan 12 D The Lightning Wolf Chronicles admin