The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 172

Chapter 172: She Can’t Stay Here

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Evelyn’s POV

Acacia’s glare followed us until we disappeared upstairs.

Luna Isabella paused at my door, glancing around as if checking for eavesdropper. Her hand hovered over the doorknob.

‘Just so you know, the room’s not exactly how you left it, she said softly. “If I’d known you were coming today, I would ve cleaned it up.”

When she swung the door open, a wall of masculine scent hit me. The room looked like some kind of guys hangout spot – blankets and pillows scattered

around the floor, though my bed remained neatly made.

“Since you and Nadia left, these boys have been lost, Luna Isabella explained. They take turns crashing here, but they never touch your bed or closet. Too

scared of messing up your scent.”

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“That’s absolutely wild,” Sophia burst out laughing. “What did you do to them? Seriously, teach me your ways.”

‘I didn’t do anything special, I shrugged. “We grew up together, practically joined at the hip before I left for training. I guess they missed me as much as I

missed them.”

“Missed you? Freya snorted. Like when someone in your pack poisoned you and put you in the hospital for a month? Sorry, Luna Isabella, but why is that woman still prancing around like she owns the place after what she did to Evelynd

“Don’t worry, this room is completely soundproof, Luna Isabella assured us. I trust you both because Evelyn clearly does.”

She sighed deeply. Acacia’s always been trouble. But we’ve never managed to get hard evidence against her – trust me, we’ve tried. Accusing her without proof would look like we’re abusing our power. Her family would turn it into an even bigger mess.”

She looked at us seriously. “That cold welcome? Expect more while you’re here.

They’re renovating and staying here temporarily,’ she continued. “They’ve taken half the second-floor guest rooms where you two should be staying,” she

told Sophia and Freya,

“They can stay with me, I offered.

“Absolutely not!’ Luna Isabella’s tone was firm. “Acacia can’t complain about you your own room, but if your friends move up here, she ll throw a fit. Het family’s always looking for loopholes.”

And your pack lets them get away with it? Freya asked.

‘Not everyone,” Luna Isabella sighed. “Some elders think they have more authori than Alpha Adam Unfortunately, many pack members dont we the

problem.

Prince Alistair deals with the same issues. Whenever leadership changes approach, power plays start. We can’t let pack members lose faith in us.”

All quests should stay on the second floor- that’s the rule, the explained. ‘Butacia’s father keeps making excuses to get her onto the third floor.” She rolled her eyes. “Somehow she always cracks our door codes. Last time she broke, we had a huge argument. I finally had to use my Luna aura to shut it

down

How long have they been staying here? I asked.

“Way too long, Luna Isabella said wearily. Their house got damaged in a small earthquake a month after you left. The damage wasnt even that bad, but

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their inspector recommended tearing it down completely. The construction’s dragged on forever with constant delays. Im sure they’re doing it on purpose.”

“The boys recently came of age, but their ceremony’s on hold because of security oncerns. They don’t mind waiting until spring. That family’s hoping Acacia can stick close to the triplets, thinking they might develop feelings for her if they don’t find their mates in time.”

“So he’s using his daughter like a bargaining chip, hoping she might become Luna Sophia asked pointedly.

“That 11 never happen, Luna Isabella said firmly. “They’ll wait for their true mate But they’re young, and they used to have some… casual relationships. They later realized some girls thought that could lead to becoming Luna, which is ridiculous. Since you and Nadia left, they haven’t shown interest in any girls they’ve changed a lot. Her tone mixed pride with worry.

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“Let’s figure out the room situation,” I suggested, changing the subject. “Sophia didn’t really get to tour the place during selection, and Freya’s never been

here. I should show them around.”

I didn’t want to dwell on how the boys had changed after I left. Their behavior wasn’t my responsibility, and they shouldn’t change completely because of me. They had their own lives and responsibilities – they were just growing up.

“Will Freya and Sophia be staying near Acacia’s family?” I asked. “Or can they be at the other end of the hall? I’d rather keep them away from all that

drama.

“That family’s taking up three guest rooms,” Luna Isabella explained. ‘I’ll put you at the opposite end, near the third-floor stairs. That might reduce Acacia s chances for causing trouble. We should also check with Alpha Adam about the prisoner. Has Commander Taric sent any updates on your mission?”

“Nothing yet,” I glanced at my friends, who both shook their heads. “Weird, since specifically told him we’d wait for instructions. Maybe he wants us to stay put, or they’re tracking rogues too and can’t reach us. I’ll give it 24 hours before following up.”

The three of us headed toward my room when Luna Isabella stopped us with a laugh.

“Girls, you’ve been in the wild too long. Shower and change first. Is any of that blood actually yours? Clean up, then find Alpha Adam. No rush – there’s no emergency now. You should rest; I hear you haven’t slept in two days.”

We looked at each other, finally noticing our appearance. We were complete disasters: covered in dirt and blood, with twigs stuck in our hair. The blood on our necks and hands stood out starkly, and Sophia and Freya had splatter across their faces.

We all cracked up laughing.

“Evelyn, your clothes are still in the closet, but you’ve definitely gained some muscle, Luna Isabella smiled. ‘I’ll find something for all of you.”

After washing off the battle grime, we changed into classic Isabella-style outfits colorful but flattering to each of us.

“Wearing bright colors feels weird, Sophia commented. ‘Like we’re targets.”

“You’ll get used to it. I’m starving, I admitted. Let’s find food.”

I led them out, half-expecting to see the boys waiting, but the corridor was empl

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