The Lightning Wolf Chronicles Novel

Chapter 28: Can I Ask You a Question? Evelyn's POV 19.00 A few more days passed, and things felt almost normal again. My body had bounced back completely. The aches were gone, my strength was back, and I'd settled into this weird routine of actually having breakfast with people every morning. School, training, dinner at the pack house it was surreal how peaceful everything had become. - Like the lonely mess of the past few years had been some nightmare I'd finally woken up from. Another training day rolled around. The weather was perfect - not too hot, nice breeze.

Everyone was focused on their drills, including me working on evasion techniques. I was mid-dodge when I spotted someone new standing at the edge of the field. Some guy just watching us train. He had this presence that made you notice him, even from across the field. When our eyes met for a second, he stared at me like he was trying to figure something out. Then he turned and left. Weird. I shook it off and got back to sparring, but something about that look bugged me. After class, Nadia and I walked back toward the pack house.

The sunset was doing that thing where it made everything look golden, and you could smell flowers in the air. 'Man, today kicked my ass, Nadia stretched. "But you were on fire with those dodges." 'Probably 'cause I've been sleeping in an actual bed lately,' I said. "Yeah, no kidding. Living it up at the pack house with your personal bodyguard squad." She glanced back at the boys trailing behind us like they always did now. Close enough to jump in if needed, fart enough to pretend they weren't hovering. "They're ridiculous,' I said, but I was smiling. "Hey Evie, Nadia's tone shifted.

'Can I ask you something?" 'Shoot." "Are you gonna forgive them?" She was being careful with her words. "I mean, the guys. They screwed up before, but they're trying to 1/5 18:11 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 28: Can I Ask You a Question? change, right?" I didn't answer right away. ร 'You should ve seen them while you were out, she continued. "They were losing their minds. Especially the triplets they kept asking me about you, trying to figure out how to make things right..." I looked back. All three of them were watching me with these hopeful, nervous expressions.

Orion especially looked like he was trying to read my mind. It was kind of hilarious actually. "You know what? I do care about them, I told Nadia. "All of them." Her face lit up. "But changing this whole pack isn't gonna happen overnight,' I added. 'Maybe they want things to be different, which is great. But honestly? That stuff doesn't matter as much to me anymore." "What do you mean?" "Think about it. Elliot's being groomed to be the next Beta, and me?' I laughed, but it came out bitter.

"I'm just the Beta's unwanted daughter with his bloodline." The wind picked up, scattering some leaves across our path. "I've wanted to be a warrior since I was little. Not because I suddenly decided to, but because it's been my dream forever." I watched the sun getting lower. "Maybe someday I'll come back here. But first I need to see what else is out there." "Evie..." 'I'm not mad at them," I said quickly. "It's just... scars take time to heal, you know? The mental ones and the physical ones. I need time to let go of all that." Nadia squeezed my hand and didn't push it.

We'd reached the pack house by then. Luna Isabella was waiting by the door with this mysterious smile, looking all elegant in the sunset light. 'Finally!" She grabbed both our hands, practically bouncing with excitement. 'Come on, we need to get you changed." The boys caught up, and Lucian asked, 'Mom, what s going on? Are we expecting someone? You never said anything." 215 18:11 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 28: Can I Ask You a Question? : 'Remember that event I mentioned?' Isabella's smile got more secretive. Everyone looked confused.

"They're arriving earlier than expected, so we're a bit rushed." She glanced at the sky. "They'll be here for dinner soon. Boys, go shower and change. Nothing too formal, but don't look like slobs either." 'Who exactly are we talking about?" Milo pressed. 'You'll see. Isabella was enjoying this way too much. Stop wasting time. Evelyn, Nadia, you're coming with me." She dragged us upstairs before anyone could argue. I was curious about these mystery guests, but I didn't bother asking. Nadia, on the other hand, wouldn't shut up about it.

"Are they important?" 'Sort of." "Pack elders?" "Nope." "Other Alphas?' "Nope." "Luna Isabella!" Nadia whined, hanging on her arm. 'Just give us a hint!" Isabella laughed but shook her head. "Surprises are only fun if you wait for them." Up in Isabella's room, I pulled the still-complaining Nadia into the bathroom. "Quit bugging her," I said while getting undressed. "We'll find out soon enough." 'But I'm dying to know! What kind of guests need this much prep?" The hot water felt amazing after training.

We cleaned up fast and came out in towels to find Isabella staring at her closet like it had personally offended her. "I can't decide what you two should wear,' she said, looking defeated. Nadia and I cracked up. 3/5 18:11 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 28: Can I Ask You a Question? "Forget it," Isabella waved her hand. "Pick whatever you want." Nadia immediately dove for this light purple dress. "Can I wear this one?" It was gorgeous flowing chiffon with a deep purple ribbon at the waist. "Of course," Isabella's eyes sparkled. "I haven't seen you in a dress yet.

Thought you were like Evelyn, all about the sporty look." Nadia shot me this evil grin. I knew what was coming. "Oh no." "Evelyn needs to wear a dress too!" she announced. "She'd look amazing!" "I'd rather - " "This one!" She was already holding up a moon-white dress. "Perfect color for you!" The dress was simple and elegant, and most importantly, it had a high back that would cover my scars completely. Looking at Nadia's puppy dog eyes, I caved. "Fine." Isabella changed into a dark green dress that looked effortless but probably cost more than my old wardrobe.

We headed downstairs together, and the boys were waiting in the third-floor hallway. 76 They'd all cleaned up nice. Orion in a dark blue shirt and black pants, Magnus in a gray suit, Lucian in a white shirt with a vest. Elliot and Milo went more casual but still looked decent. When they saw us, their faces did that thing guys' faces do. "Holy shit..." Milo clutched his chest dramatically. Elliot smacked him but was staring at me the same way. Orion stepped closer. "You look beautiful." Simple words, but they made my cheeks warm up. "Thanks," I said quietly.

"Alright, quit gawking," Magnus broke the moment. "The guests should be here by now, right?" We headed down to the dining room. Alpha Adam was already seated at the head of the table with three other people - a middle-aged 4/5 18:12 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 28: Can I Ask You a Question? couple and a younger guy, maybe early twenties. When I got a good look at the young guy's face, I froze. It was him. The one from the training field. He obviously recognized me too, because his eyes went wide. "It's you?" Comments 5 Write Comments < SHARE 18:12 Sat, Jan 10... The Lightning Wolf Chronicles admin