The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 153

Chapter 153: Welcome Back

Evelyn’s POV

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‘Let’s take this one day at a time, Diana said, her voice gentle but clinical. “You deserve to know what’s happening with your body, even when the news isn’t easy to hear. She gave Freya’s arm a reassuring pat. “If you need to talk about a thing and I mean anything my door’s always open.

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Freya nodded, blinking back tears. I slipped my arm around her shoulders as we headed down the stairs and through the main hall toward the dining area.

The moment we walked in, the room went quiet. Every head turned our way, and felt Freya stiffen beside me.

“Jesus, I didn’t think we’d have this many people staring, she whispered, shrinking against my side.

I squeezed her hand. “Don’t sweat it. They’re just trainees like us. Everyone lives here during training cycles, especially when they’re between missions. Beats

worrying about rent, right?”

The conversations gradually resumed around us. Sophia led us to the serving area where several Sentinels nodded greetings but kept their distance – clearly under orders to give us space.

After loading our plates with food, we headed toward my usual table, but found empty.

“That’s weird. Where are Mark and Cyrus?” I asked, scanning the room.

“Around,” Sophia said vaguely. “They wanted to give you guys some breathing room. Word got around about what happened.”

Their concern was touching, but special treatment was the last thing I needed right now.

“Mark! Cyrus!” I called out. “Quit hiding and get over here! We’re not made of glass, and Freya should meet everyone.”

Mark stood up hesitantly. ‘You sure? We don’t want to crowd you.”

“Don’t be ridiculous,” I laughed. “Get over here before I have Sophia tell everyone about that squirrel that nearly gave you a heart attack.”

They brought their trays over, settling into normal conversation. Freya mostly watched, picking at her food. They tried including her a few times, but backed

off when they sensed her discomfort.

I filled them in on bits of my college undercover work, carefully avoiding details about our capture. Partly because I hadn’t officially reported to Taric and

Alpha King Nathan yet, but also to keep Freya from becoming the center of attention.

The training bell rang, and I stood up automatically. Freya mirrored my moveme, looking confused.

“Your conditioning’s still intact, I see. Good.”

I turned to find Aria, who practically crushed me in a hug. “Thank god you’re ok Taric and Alpha King Nathan want to see you both. Come on.”

I said quick goodbyes to my friends, promising to be back for dinner if the meet; wrapped early, then followed Aria with Freya right behind me.

Walking back into the meeting room where this whole mission began felt surreal

“Welcome back,” Alpha King Nathan said, his deep voice warm. “Aria, stay. This involves you too. He glanced down at a tablet. “Diana’s submitted her report.

Your recovery s on track, but I want you both focusing only on basic training this week. No need to rush things.

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Chapter 153: Welcome Back

I frowned, which made him raise an eyebrow.

‘Don’t give me that look. You were held captive for a month. We need to make sure nothing s been missed. He turned to Freya. I understand you had combat training as an Alpha’s daughter?” When she nodded, he continued, ‘And you were imprisoned for over a year?”

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‘It’s hard to track time in that place, Freya said quietly, but somewhere between fourteen and sixteen months. She straightened her shoulders. ‘Sir, could you help me find other members of my pack? The attack happened so fast – I dont know who else might have survived. If any of them are out there as

rogues…”

“We’ll help you search, Taric promised, “but first we need to make sure you’re stable.”

‘How do we do that?” she asked.

“You’ll both have psychological evaluations and physical assessments,” Alpha King Nathan explained. ‘The goal is getting you back to training as quickly as possible. Regular training gives you clear targets instead of time to dwell on what happened.”

“As for academics,” he continued, looking at me, “Freya can join any classes she’s interested in. Evelyn, you’ve already finished a college semester. Going back to high school would be a waste. Would you consider special training with Taric and myself?”

“What kind of special training?” I asked, curiosity piqued. Skipping boring high school classes definitely had appeal.

“Since you never do anything the normal way,” he said with a hint of a smile, “welve decided to adjust your plan.” He turned to Freya. “Are you ready to begin Sentinel training and start searching for your pack members?”

Freya’s face brightened with a genuine smile. “Yes, Alpha King.”

“Good. I’ll contact Alpha King Pine in your territory about possible refugees.” Tare stood up. “You have psych consultations after lunch, but first I want to take you outside to check your physical condition.”

Sunshine, fresh air, actual training – I couldn’t wait to get back to normal. Who’d have thought a simple undercover assignment would turn into such a nightmare? After barely moving for weeks, recovery would be tough.

I wasn’t sure how much conditioning I’d lost, but Taric would definitely put me through my paces. Just the thought of running freely again, not just to

escape death, made my wolf hum with excitement.

Stepping outside, warm sunshine bathed my face as a breeze swept through my ir. Even in the training center’s courtyard, the scent of grass and pine reminded me of Silver Pines. Freya walked behind me, still scanning everything,ut noticeably calmer than before.

“How’s it going?” I asked quietly. ‘Getting used to this place?”

It’s definitely better than the dungeon,’ she said with a weak attempt at humor Everything feels… too open. I need time to adjust to not being chained

‘It gets better,’ I assured her. “First day’s the hardest.”

Following Taric toward the training grounds, I felt my entire body celebrating. En weakened, the feeling of freedom was incredible.

Taric glanced back. I see prison didn’t break your spirits.”

‘It would take a lot more than that, I replied.

He nodded. ‘Let’s see how much fighting ability you’ve lost.”

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