The Lightning Wolf Chronicles Novel

Chapter 175: Let's Talk Together སཏཱི74%- Evelyn's POV "Acacia, I thought I made myself clear, Magnus said, his voice calm but firm. "Pack security comes first, and we've adjusted training schedules accordingly. Luna Isabella is waiting for us, so we need to go." He placed his hand lightly on my shoulder, guiding me forward. This time, I didn avoid Acacia's hateful stare, but I didn't provoke her either. I wasn't here to restart old fights, but I definitely wasn't going to cower like before.

This balance felt right - something I'd learned after leaving home and surviving everything that followed. "Why is she even allowed upstairs?" Acacia blocked our path, her face twisting into that ugly expression I knew too well. "Luna Isabella said the third floor is off-limits to outsiders. Only you guys are supposed to be there." "Acacia," I kept my voice steady, "we both know I have my own room here. High-ranking members can access the third floor. I'm a Beta, you're not. When you eventually become someone's mate, you'll get the same privileges.

Can we drop this pointless drama now?" I didn't raise my voice - just stated facts like I was explaining something to a stubborn child. Her eyes burned into me, but we were already moving past her. Lucian squeezed my hand reassuringly. Once we reached the stairs and Orion locked the door behind us, everyone relaxed. "Damn," Milo said, eyebrows raised. "What happened to that shy girl we used to know? Who is this badass standing in front of us?" "Just tired of her same old bullshit, I shrugged, letting go of Magnus's hand.

"Whoever ends up with her is totally screwed." I headed straight for the kitchen, starving and ready to put the unpleasant encounter behind me. Luna Isabella had prepared an amazing lunch - roasted meats, fresh bread, and colorful salads covering the table. She urged us to eat quickly before Acacia's family returned. "Hurry up, kids," Isabella whispered, refilling our glasses. "That family takes forever to get ready for meals. We probably have about thirty minutes before they show up.

After eating, we'll get some fresh air on the terrace - the weather's perfect today." We all nodded and dug in. Our time at Sentinel training had taught us to eat efficiently, especially during short breaks between missions. Sophia and Freya ate just as quickly, clearly not wanting another round with Acacia. Elliot and Milo talked quietly about tomorrow's training schedule. Apparently Grifin had ordered all warriors to extend their morning sessions, much to their frustration. 'Another five-kilometer run at dawn? Is Griffin trying to kill us?" Milo complaine through a mouthful of meat.

Elliot shook his head. 'Border incidents are up lately. Extra training won't hurt. Just be glad you're not stuck patrolling all night like some of the guards." I wolfed down my food while listening to their familiar bickering. Even after bei gone for over a year, hanging with them felt like slipping on a favorite old hoodie comfortable and right. 'Come on, don't dawdle,' Luna Isabella urged, bringing the last plate of fruit.

"Le head to the terrace before Acacia's family gets back." The terrace was bathed in warm afternoon sunlight, the air filled with the scent already there, talking about security patrols when we arrived. Isabella's carefully tended flowers. Alpha Adam, Griffin, and Thomas were "Evelyn!" Adam greeted me with a genuine smile, patting the seat beside him. I was starting to think these boys had kidnapped you. Come sit." I sat next to Griffin, soaking in the family atmosphere I'd missed so much. It felt both familiar and strange, like stepping into a world I used to know.

1/3 10:04 Mon, Jan 12 Chapter 175: Let's Talk Together Who's that guy? Sophia asked through our mind link, glancing toward Thomas. I'll explain later, I replied. Notice the fancy tea set though - Isabella only brings that out for serious talks. Brace yourself for the interrogation. A few minutes later, Isabella's expression darkened. "How are they back already? 74% The glass door swung open as Acacia's father walked in, wearing a fake smile that didn't reach his eyes. 'Sorry to crash your little party," he said, looking around with mock surprise.

"Couldn't find anyone, and here you all are having a private gathering. His tone made it clear he thought we'd deliberately excluded them. "Just enjoying the nice weather,' Isabella replied, her voice gentle but firm. 'Is samething urgent?" "Wanted to talk to Adam about our house renovations,' he said, walking straight toward the Alpha without observing proper etiquette. 'Since everyone's here, why don't we discuss it together?" This guy is so annoying. Sophia complained through our link. How does he always find us? Does he have some tracking device or something?

In my pack, someone like him would've been demoted to cleaning toilets ages ago, Freya responded harshly. Freya, that's a bit much, I cautioned. You haven't seen me when Im really being excessive. He's actually Griffin's brother, I explained. From an old family line, used to have some status. Hearing this, Sophia choked on her tea, coughing while water dripped from her nose. Freya and I couldn't help laughing as we patted her back. Acacia's father frowned. "What's so funny?

Is pack infrastructure a joke to you people?" "You're absolutely right, Freya said, blinking innocently with a sugary voice that barely hid her sarcasm. "Infrastructure is super important, especially alongside that mansion of yours that's been under renovation for over a year with no end in sight. Finishing it quickly would free up resources for actual public projects, don't you think?" I really like your friend's direct approach! Adam told me through our link, eyes twirkling with amusement. To ease the tension, I changed the subject. 'Luna Isabella, do you have any plans for tomorrow?

We don't have new assignments right now and would love to help out with anything the pack needs." "Speaking of which,' Acacia's father cut in uninvited, eyeing us three girls, 'shouldn't you ladies be in school? Our pack doesn't tolerate skipping classes." "Sir, Freya replied with perfect politeness that somehow still felt icy, "I've compled my education through accelerated programs. Sophia has graduated too. As for Evelyn, she handles high-level missions while taking college courses, even receiving personal instruction from Alpha King Nathan himself." I was impressed by Freya's response.

As an Alpha's daughter, she clearly knew how to deliver a verbal slap wrapped in polite packaging - no less deadly than a well-sharpened knife. "Young leaders should spend more time at school," he insisted, to set an example for lower ranks and stay connected with regular pack members. That's what responsible leadership looks like." 2/3 10:04 Mon, Jan 12 DG. The Lightning Wolf Chronicles admin