The Lightning Wolf Chronicles Novel

Chapter 71: You're Absolute Lifesavers! Evelyn's POV I couldn't help laughing. This was ridiculous. The benches were communal - how could they have "reserved seats"? "If you could just tell me where to sit instead of playing these games, we'd all save time," I said, not bothering to hide my impatience. "Where exactly am I supposed to go?" Seraphina pointed across the table. "Over there." This meant I'd have to walk all the way around the crowded cafeteria just to sit opposite her.

I noted the positioning - directly in her line of sight where everyone could watch her "disciplining" the newcomer. Typical power play. When I finally reached my designated spot, I started eating without acknowledging them. Their petty attempts to mess with my meal wouldn't work. Orion's advice echoed in my head - proper nutrition was essential. "Which pack are you from?" the long-haired girl asked, judgment dripping from every word. "Polaris City," I answered without looking up. "How'd you get here at sixteen when the rest of us had to wait till eighteen?" the short-haired girl asked.

"I was the best warrior in my pack in thirty years." "Not sure about the specifics," I shrugged. "After the selection trials, I was supposed to join after finishing school, but things changed." "What makes you so special that the Alpha King personally escorted you?" Seraphina's voice oozed jealousy. "Many people know the Alpha King," I kept my tone even. "My age and accelerated training schedule probably explain why he came." "Not everyone gets personally escorted by him," long-hair said pointedly.

"Even Seraphina didn't get that treatment when she arrived after her eighteenth birthday." I just shrugged. I couldn't control who the Alpha King paid attention to. "Think you're better than us?" short-hair dropped the pretense. "Just because you got the Alpha King's attention and Warrior Taric's personal instruction, you don't need to respect us?" - "Not at all," I put down my fork and met their eyes. "I'm just like you a Sentinel-in-training. I don't know how I've offended you, but I'm no threat. We're supposed to work as a team. I just want to become a proper Sentinel.

As for respect, that has to go both ways." "We are your superiors," Seraphina raised her voice. "You'd better learn to respect and obey Ellie, Tasha, and me. You haven't proven anything yet." 1/3 18:25 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 71: You're Absolute Lifesavers! She deliberately spoke louder, making sure others could hear: "Maybe you're just some desperate girl who throws herself at men, so they sent you here to avoid embarrassing your pack. Bet your Alpha wants to mark you as a Sentinel ASAP so you'll have to control yourself." Conversations around us quieted as people turned to watch.

"You have no idea what you're talking about," I stood up, tray in hand, keeping my voice steady. "You're not worth my respect, let alone my obedience. What time's training tomorrow? Five, right? Or is that not early enough for you?" I'd had enough of her baseless accusations. No one knew why I was really here, and I wouldn't let anyone provoke me into revealing the truth. "Five o'clock, outside the obstacle field," she finally said, lowering her voice.

"Don't be late." "Wouldn't dream of it," I headed toward the waste disposal area, already thinking about how to arrange food for early morning. Sophia, Mark, and Cyrus immediately followed me. We walked into the common area, but I suddenly changed direction toward the kitchen. "Where are you going?" Sophia grabbed my arm. "We shouldn't bother them during cleanup." "Need to ask about food for tomorrow morning," I explained quietly. "Seraphina's clearly trying to sabotage me, and I can't let her keep spreading rumors.

I'll be right back." In the kitchen, about ten staff members worked efficiently. I spotted two older people - a man and woman - discussing tomorrow's menu. "Excuse me," I approached cautiously. "Got a quick question when you have a minute." "You shouldn't be in here," the woman said firmly. "Special meal requests go through your floor supervisor." Of course - Seraphina again. "Sorry, didn't know," I admitted. "I'm Evelyn, just started today and still learning everything." "My supervisor scheduled me for 5 AM training, so I'll miss regular breakfast.

Is there any way to get some food beforehand? Even leftovers would be fine. I could even make something myself if there are ingredients available." 'Don't worry," the woman's expression softened. "We'll make sure you eat. What time's your training?" "She wants me outside at five, and breakfast doesn't start until five-thirty. I don't want to mess up your prep schedule." 'Come down at four-thirty tomorrow and find me I'm Jenny, and this is Henry," she gestured to the man beside her. "We'll take care of you." - I nodded, feeling relieved. "Thanks so much!

You're absolute lifesavers!" In that moment, I almost wanted to hug her like I would Dora back at Polaris, who always slipped me extra food when the boys weren't looking. Jenny seemed to read my mind. "Come here, honey." She opened her arms, and I stepped into them without hesitation. 2/3 18:25 Sat, Jan 10 Chapter 71: You're Absolute Lifesavers! A Only after arriving at the training center did I realize how much I missed these simple gestures of warmth. Nadia and the boys hugged me too, but it was different from the almost maternal care that Luna Isabella, Queen Selena, or Dora provided.

"If there's ever anything I can do to help, just let me know," I said sincerely. "Go on, see you tomorrow." Jenny smiled, turning back to Henry, who wore an expression somewhere between confusion and understanding. I made a mental note to figure that out later. Outside the kitchen, my friends were waiting. As we headed upstairs, I had one more issue to resolve. "Any suggestions for waking up tomorrow?" I asked. "No outlets in my room, and we're not supposed to use electronics freely." "Right," Sophia explained. "All devices are stored in the media room for charging.

There are lockers with short cables. Most people charge overnight, but you might need to do the opposite." "I just need a simple alarm clock," I said. "Maybe Nadia could help get one." "Technically, non-essential items need floor supervisor approval," Cyrus said with a hint of sarcasm in his eyes. "An alarm clock is definitely essential," I replied. "I'll play the clueless newbie card for a few more days. I legitimately need a way to wake up, especially for study days." "Can we drop the rule talk?" Mark groaned. "It's giving me a headache." We hung out in my room until the lights-out bell.

As my friends stood to leave, Cyrus paused at the door. "Here," he unexpectedly handed me a phone. "For tomorrow. Password's 0000. Use it as an alarm, and we'll figure something else out later. Nothing to hide on it - my life's pretty boring." 'Want me to add something interesting to make it look more like yours?" I joked. "Better not," he chuckled. "My dad still checks it like I'm running a drug operation. Though having a few pictures of girls who aren't my sister might explain why I guard it so carefully." "I'll consider it. Thanks for this," I said sincerely.

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