The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 166

Chapter 166: I Know You’re Strong

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Evelyn’s POV

“Why isn’t she waking up? It’s been two days!” Alistair paced across the hospital pom, each step heavier than the last.

Diana sighed, maintaining her professional tone. “Please sit down, Your Highness Your anxiety will affect her through your new bond.”

“How am I supposed to stay calm?” Alistair stopped, pointing at Aria’s still form. She shouldn’t have gone through this. If I’d realized sooner

‘Realized what exactly?” Diana cut in. “We’ve never documented conflicts between a Sentinel mark and mate bond before. This is completely new territory.”

I handed Alistair a steaming cup. “Here, drink this. Diana made it to help settle your nerves.”

He took the cup but just held it, staring at Aria’s unconscious form. Only the steady beep of monitors broke the silence.

‘You should be proud of her,” I said quietly. “Her mark should’ve lasted until next summer before fading naturally. Your bord was strong enough to break through those protections, and she handled that pressure without even knowing what was happening.”

Alistair’s face softened. “Of course I’m proud. I just need to see her awake, hear her voice… know she’s really okay. She’s everything to us now.”

Rowan approached from across the room, calmer than Alistair but equally concerned. “Alpha King Nathan has suspended our duties until things stabilize.”

“Good,” Diana nodded. “You both need to stay close. A new mate bond is fragile, especially under these unusual circumstances.”

I watched Aria’s steady breathing. Her color had returned, but she remained lost somewhere between consciousness and sleep.

“What do you think is going through her head right now?” Alistair asked me suddenly. “You know her better than anyone.”

I thought for a moment. “She’s probably confused. Since I’ve known her, she never once pictured herself as Luna, let alone Luna Queen. She always joked it was the most stressful job in our world.”

“She said that?” Rowan raised an eyebrow.

“Yeah. Think about it – a Luna has to be both strong and gentle, support all her pha’s decisions while keeping her own identity, be the packs spiritual center and her mate’s sanctuary. Not many people who really understand that wold want the position.”

Alistair nodded slowly. “That’s exactly why the Moon Goddess chooses our mates Only those truly suited can handle it.

And Aria has everything needed to be an amazing Luna Queen, I added. “She ju needs time to accept it.

Over the next few days, I took turns with Diana caring for Aria while giving Alistar and Rowan space to adjust. Alpha King Nathan and Luna Queen Selena visited often, with Luna Queen Selena personally guiding the men on supporting Aria through their bond.

On the fourth morning, I was half-asleep in the corner when I heard a faint groa

‘Where am 17 Feels like I’ve been swimming through fog forever…

I jerked upright. Alistair and Rowan were already at her bedside, their faces lit wh relief.

‘We’re in the medical wing. You’ve been out for over three days, Alistair said soly.

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Chapter 166: I Know You’re Strong

Aria blinked, disoriented. Last thing I remember was standing by the elevator when my wrist started killing me. Evie, did we drink something weird during

our shift? My head’s pounding.”

I couldn’t help smiling. ‘No, nothing like that. Take a deep breath and tell me what you smell.”

She inhaled, then her eyes went wide as she looked at Alistair and Rowan. “Is tha.. your scent? Why is it so strong? And why can I feel what you’re feeling?’ She finally noticed how close they were sitting. “Wait, what’s happening

“Your Sentinel mark conflicted with the mate bond, Diana explained, checking Aa’s vitals. “The mark eventually rejected and shed.”

“What mate bond? Aria’s voice sharpened as she looked between the two men. hat’s impossible. I can’t be your mate. I can’t be Luna Queen.”

I noticed she directed everything at me, completely ignoring the guys. I cleared my throat. “I think you three need some privacy. I’ll step out.

“Don’t go! Aria called, but I just gave her an encouraging smile before slipping out.

In the weeks that followed, the three of them worked on adjusting to their new band, and I barely saw them. This gave me more time with Nadia. We mostly practiced magic in the castle garden or studied the ancient texts Juniper had left me in the room.

“I can hardly wait, Nadia said, closing her book with a snap. “They’re arriving tomorrow! I’ve almost forgotten what Milo looks like.”

She suddenly went quiet, and I caught that familiar look – the overly cautious expression people got when my captivity came up.

“Don’t look at me like that,” I said, meeting her eyes directly. “I won’t fall apart just because we mentioned the past. I’m not made of glass.”

‘Sorry,” she sighed. “It’s just… I saw how you looked when they brought you back That image sticks with you.”

“That’s over now,” I squeezed her hand. “What I need is normal treatment, not special handling. You’re one of the few people who sees the real me. Don’t

change that.

“If you say so, her smile returned to its usual brightness. “So what’s your plan? What’ll you do when Elliot and the triplets get here?”

Nervous energy flickered through me. “Honestly? No idea. Since we split up last year, we’ve only had that birthday letter and those gifts they sent. Feels like

a lifetime ago.”

‘How much do they know? About what happened to you?”

“Not sure. Alpha Adam and Luna Isabella definitely know something, but probabl not all the details. Otherwise, Elliot would’ve stormed in here to drag me home by now.’ I tried to laugh but it fell flat.

‘So you’re just avoiding them?’

‘I’m not, I protested. I really am prepping for the next mission.”

‘Evelyn…”

“Fine, I’m nervous,’ I admitted. “I don’t know what to say to them. My last memy is refusing that stupid ball and getting jumped by Acacia. I nearly died, and they don’t even know the truth. They were all there but never noticed.”

‘That Acacia,’ Nadia’s eyes narrowed. ‘One day she’ll pay for what she did.”

“That’s what you focus on?*

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