The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 168

Chapter 168: The Gifts They Sent

Evelyn’s POV

After my run, I dragged my tired feet toward the dorm. Rounding the corner, I spotted a familiar figure by the window and stopped dead.

“Well, look who’s back from the royal love nest, I called out, hurrying toward her

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Aria turned, her face lighting up. “Hey, Evie!”

We hugged tightly. She smelled different now the royal wing’s fragrance mixed with something new and powerful.

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“Damn, you’ve changed,” I said, stepping back to look her over. “Like you aged five years overnight.”

“Magic of the mate bond, she shrugged with a grin. “That day my mark broke hurt like hell, but when I woke up… everything was different.”

A whistle echoed down the hall as Mark and Cyrus approached, wearing identical shit-eating grins.

“If it isn’t our future Luna Queen, Cyrus bowed dramatically. “Still remember usttle people, huh?”

“Bite me,” Aria rolled her eyes, though she couldn’t stop smiling. ‘Crown or not, can still kick your ass.”

“Crown? Alistair planning the wedding already?’ Mark’s eyes widened.

“God no, Aria swatted his arm. “That’s years away, after he officially becomes Alpha King.” She tucked her hair back. “But I am here on business.”

We grabbed a quiet corner in the dining hall, joined by Sophia and Freya.

“So Alpha King Nathan actually let you leave Alistair and Rowan?” I asked, biting into a sandwich. “Won’t they go crazy without you?”

“We’re past that can’t-be-apart stage, Aria winked, then blushed slightly. “Though those first few weeks after completing the bond were… wow.”

“Spill it, Sophia leaned forward eagerly. “What’s it like having two Alpha-level guys focused entirely on you? Do they fight over who gets your attention?”

‘Just asking because I have a mate too,” she added quickly.

Aria laughed. “Actually, I never thought three people could work so well together Alistair and Rowan have this understanding that’s kind of amazing. Sometimes the looks they exchange…”

“What?” Freya prompted when Aria trailed off.

“Just make me get why the Moon Goddess connected us,” Aria said softly. When hey both look at me… that feeling of being completely wanted… it’s just different.

Mark groaned loudly. “Can we please talk about something else? I really don’t ne these images in my head every time I see Alpha King Nathan and

Rowan.”

Chicken, Sophia teased.

‘Anyway,” Aria’s tone shifted to serious as she reached for her backpack. I actually came with something from Alpha King Nathan. For you, Evelyn.”

‘What is it?’ I asked.

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“Yesterday, Polaris City had some visitors, she unzipped the bag slowly. “Elliot and those guys.”

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My heart skipped. “They came looking for me?”

“They waited at the castle all day while you were on mission, Aria nodded. “Alpha King Nathan told them about your capture, but not all the details. They

eventually had to leave.”

“Right, I forced a smile despite the disappointment. They’ve got their own responsibilities. They don’t need to worry about my stuff.”?

‘Don’t be like that, Aria squeezed my hand. “They were seriously worried. Before leaving, they each left something for you. Called it your survival kit.”

Warmth spread through my chest as I fought back sudden tears.

The first item was a pair of black tactical boots. I held them, feeling their lightweight quality.

“Try them on, Aria urged. “Elliot picked them. Custom-made, waterproof, and designed to reduce fatigue on long missions.”

I slipped them on. Perfect fit, like they were made for me.

Next came a tactical belt with various pouches.

‘From Milo, Aria explained. “Says it’s the best survival gear he could find. First ad on the left, tools on the right, hidden knife sheath in back.”

“That’s so him, I laughed, adjusting it around my waist. Always thinking some gadget will solve everything.”

Aria handed me a dark tactical jacket. The triplets chose this. Said since you’re always getting hurt, you should at least have some protection.

I unfolded it, noting the reinforced areas at the elbows and shoulders. Clearly designed for serious combat.

‘Last thing, Aria’s voice softened as she pulled out a leather thigh holster with a silver dagger. “Ori got this for you privately. Said you should always carry a

weapon, no matter where you are.”

I traced the wolf design on the dagger, emotion rising in my throat. Ori rarely showed his feelings, but this silently conveyed everything he couldn’t say.

“Now I’ve got something from each of them,” I said, fully geared up. “Full protection.”

‘You look like a total badass,’ Sophia said, impressed. “Remind me never to piss you off when you’re wearing all that.”

‘No kidding, Mark agreed. ‘Perfect timing too. Heard Commander Taric’s planning a major op to take out those rogue wolves for good.”

‘Yeah, Freya’s face darkened. “The trackers show their supply trucks making regular stops. Gives us a chance to hit them precisely.”

We shifted to discussing the upcoming mission, but my mind kept returning to the gifts. Despite being apart for over a year, they still knew exactly what I

needed.

‘Word is Alpha King Nathan’s organizing multiple squads to attack from different directions,” Cyrus lowered his voice. “This is big meant to end the threat

once and for all.’

‘About time,” I said, unconsciously touching the dagger. ‘We can’t keep living with this hanging over us.”

Aria watched me closely. ‘Be careful, okay? I know you want Brandon dealt with, but don’t let revenge cloud your judgment.”

I’ll be fine, I assured her. ‘With this gear and you guys backing me up, how cou I not be?”

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Check your comms, Taric’s voice cut through the command room. “Mountain termin will mess with signals.”

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