Defy The Alpha(s) novel Chapter 26

Chapter 26: Make An Enemy

In Violet’s entire life, she had never heard anyone spout so much nonsense as this man was spewing right now.

By chance, had the teacher taken coke before coming to class? Was that what was in his coffee? And yes, the Lunaris teacher would probably be capable of it. After all, teacher-student relationships were encouraged here, so taking coke shouldn’t make any difference.

Radcliff went on to prattle about how werewolves were not only the first inhabitants of this world but also the true predecessors to what humans now call ’evolution.’

His voice carried a faint edge of disdain on the word evolution, as if it were a misguided myth that humans had arrogantly clung to.

It didn’t escape Violet that the werewolf students seemed unbothered as he spewed that propaganda; if anything, they looked quietly pleased. Of course, the teacher was on their side. Why wouldn’t they like it?

However, this was clearly racial discrimination, and she could feel the tension rising among the humans.

Professor Radcliff himself was completely indifferent to the unease in the room, which was akin to a mixture of diesel and gasoline that was dangerously close to igniting.

He continued, "The concept of human evolution, as you know it, is largely a fabrication. Pure-blooded werewolves were the first beings, blessed with strength, resilience, and intelligence. It was only later that humans emerged, an offshoot, weaker and less capable."

A human student at the back couldn’t contain himself any longer and lifted his hand.

"And what is it...?"

"Dion."

"How can I help you, Dion?" Radcliff asked, his lips pressed into a thin line. It was obvious he didn’t appreciate the interruption.

Dion asked, "Is this even in our curriculum?"

The entire class burst into laughter, including Violet. She wasn’t a robot, after all. She had been waiting for someone to call the teacher out, and now that Dion had mocked his lecture, she was pleased.

Unfortunately, Mr. Radcliff looked like someone had just spit in his face, and his expression was downright scary. For a moment, Violet imagined Radcliff murdering Dion for his audacity.

He began stepping toward Dion in a menacing manner, and with each step he took, it seemed like he was sucking the very air out of the classroom. Finally, he stood in front of Dion, and Violet had to give Dion credit for not flinching, instead, he stood tall.

Professor Radcliff’s expression was cold as he spoke. "This class, Dion, isn’t for speculative debate. It’s a study of werewolf heritage, culture, and legacy, one that’s deeply rooted in fact, even if some humans would prefer to believe otherwise." He glanced around the room, daring any other human to challenge him.

He continued, "And the fact that you asked that question means you haven’t either studied properly or intended to rile me on purpose." He added conclusively, "Ten points from you."

"Aww, man," Dion moaned, "It was just a question, sir!"

"Another ten points deducted." Radcliff declared.

Dion slumped back into his seat, sulking, while the teacher turned to leave.