The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 135

Chapter 135: You Know Nothing About My Future

Evelyn’s POV

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“Whenever I think about her choosing him over me, it feels like someone’s crushing my chest, Robert said, staring out the window. “Even after all this time,

that connection’s still there a constant reminder she’s alive but will never be mine.”

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He continued, his voice rough. “Peter and Brandon feel the same way. We all have our stories, but none of us get why mates can just walk away, leaving

wounds that never heal. I’m not questioning the Moon Goddess, but…”

The server interrupted, bringing our food that neither of us had touched. The easy vibe from our first lunch together was completely gone.

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‘I’m sorry for what you went through,” I said, meeting his eyes directly. “But if she couldn’t see your worth, she doesn’t deserve to mess you up like this.”

“Maybe she saw something in me I couldn’t,” he replied, absently running his finger around his glass. “Maybe she knew what I’d become.”

“Don’t say that!” I snapped, drawing glances from nearby tables. “You can’t know what she was thinking. Maybe someone forced her hand. We’re just

guessing at stuff we’ll never really know.”

His story might’ve been sad, but I couldn’t forget how cold he’d been over a simple birthday gift from my friends.

“I should get to class,” I said, gathering my things. “We can talk more by the lake later if you want. Just text me.”

As I stood up, he lightly touched my wrist.

*Thanks for listening,” he said softly. “You’re definitely going to be some powerful Alpha’s perfect mate.”

“You always say that,” I raised an eyebrow, “but you don’t know anything about my future.”

“True, his lips curved slightly. “I just hope after you find your mate, we can still be friends.”

“Interesting,” I laughed. “A month ago you freaked out seeing me wear a gift from my friends, and now you want to stay friends?”

“Exactly,” his expression turned serious. “And if that lucky guy has a problem with it, tell him I knew you first.”

He flashed that charming smile that probably worked on most girls. I just shook my head and headed toward the academic building.

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Walking under the dappled sunlight, I mulled over Robert’s story. His mate choosing someone with higher status, leaving him to suffer was it real pain or a cleverly designed sob story to win my sympathy? He’d had plenty of time to craft something pitiful, especially after seeing how much I valued mate bonds.

Despite my Sentinel training, I still struggled with certain things. Even experient Sentinels might have trouble spotting lies wrapped in emotional manipulation. I needed to find a way to follow him to those mysterious location and figure out why he was always hurking around. Looking back, our

meetings seemed suspiciously planned maybe even our first gym encounter.

The day passed in a fog. I sat through classes, my notebook filling with notes I barely remembered writing. I answered questions and talked to classmates on autopilot, my mind stuck on Robert and his friends. Peter’s standoffish behavior nfused me he never initiated contact. I didn’t particularly care, but it

made understanding his motives harder.

After my last class, I was crossing the field when I heard someone behind me.

“Wait up!”

I turned to see Peter striding toward me, looking annoyed.

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Chapter 135: You Know Nothing About My Future

“Need something? I kept walking, only slowing slightly. I wanted to be able to bot if necessary.

I thought you were done with Robert,” he said bluntly. So why am I hearing youre coming Thursday?”

“Not your business,’ I replied calmly, “but yeah, I am.”

I tried to walk past him, but he grabbed my arm not hard, but enough to make me stop.

Team, Peter’s talking to me. Situation’s a bit tense. Stand by. After sending the warning through our link, I faced him.

If you don’t like me and want me gone, just say so. Campus is huge plenty of other people to bother.”

“You’re hanging around my best friend, so avoiding you isn’t easy,” he said, studying me closely. And you two aren’t exactly just friends.”

‘We’re not dating, I emphasized, and what I do is my choice.”

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“That running thing isn’t safe for you,” he lowered his voice, and neither is Robert. Why can’t you get that?”

‘If he’s so dangerous, why stick with him?” I slowed my pace, feeling we might finally be getting somewhere.

‘I’m not at risk,” Peter’s expression grew complicated. “I don’t have a choice thats just how it is. But you’re different. You don’t belong with us. Thought that would be obvious after your birthday. Go back to your own world. You ll just be a distraction, you’ll get hurt, and the people protecting you will be in

danger too.

His furrowed brow and flickering eyes made me uneasy.

‘I can take care of myself and my friends,” I said firmly. “If you don’t want to see me Thursday, that’s your problem.”

“Just think about it,” his expression darkened like he wanted to say more, but he ust snorted and walked away.

What was that about? Thoughts? I asked through our link.

He definitely doesn’t want you there, Aria replied. Question is, would your absence help or hurt him?

Seems extreme for a simple run. There’s more to this.

You might’ve messed up their plans, Conrad added. Maybe he wants Robert approaching other girls, and you’re in the way. Or you’re stopping them from luring

other girls. It’s been a while since we’ve had missing persons reports.

I definitely can’t skip now it would look suspicious.

It’s complicated, Taric joined in. You could be an obstacle, a disruption, or they’re afraid you’ll see something. Stay in touch with Robert, make sure he knows you re coming tomorrow. Don’t give him any reason to cancel.

When I pushed open the safe house door, I was hit by a scene of organized chao The kitchen had transformed into a command center the island covered with screens and equipment, five strangers hunched over them, flipping between Hurveillance feeds. The air smelled of coffee and overheated electronics.

‘Look who’s back! Tiny!” A familiar voice called from behind the equipment.

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