The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 176

Chapter 176: She Just Needs Some Time

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Evelyn’s POV

No one responded to his lecture as he stood there with his chest puffed out. Surprisingly, even Griffin avoided making eye contact, seemingly unwilling to

acknowledge this was his brother.

His real goal is getting the boys back to school, I explained through our mind link. That way Acacia would have more chances to chase after them.

Doesn’t he realize that’ll backfire? Freya asked, bewildered.

They’re living in a fantasy world, I replied. They refuse to face reality.

“Since you’ve clearly noticed you’re unwelcome, maybe you should leave so we can continue our conversation,” I said directly to Acacia’s father, keeping my

voice steady.

His face darkened instantly. Clearly, he hadn’t expected anyone to challenge him openly. “What kind of attitude is that? Seems like that Sentinel camp has

thrown basic manners out the window.”

“Actually, sir,’ I set my teacup down carefully, at the Sentinel center, our first lesson is respect for everyone’s time and space. We were invited here, yet you’re trying to push us out.” I shot Isabella an apologetic look. “And frankly, the tone you just used with Luna Isabella would get you disciplined at camp.”

Seems my presence makes certain people uncomfortable,” he sneered. “But this is still a public area where any pack member has the right to be. Perhaps

some have forgotten their place.”

He glanced around for support but found only cold stares. Finally getting the message that no one was backing him, he stormed off with a sour expression.

“I’m sorry, Isabella,” I said quietly. “I shouldn’t have been so blunt…”

‘Don’t apologize,” she cut me off gently. “I’ve wanted to say that for ages.”

The tension gradually melted away as conversations shifted to lighter topics. As unset approached, the day’s stress and exhaustion caught up with me. After all the Sentinel missions and what happened during captivity, my body desperately needed rest.

“Evie, you’re about to pass out,” Magnus said, noticing my constant yawning. “Time for bed.”

Before I could protest, he’d scooped me into his arms. Surprisingly, I didn’t fight fack like I normally would, instead settling against his chest.

You must be wiped out, he murmured, concern in his voice. “Usually you’d be kilking me by now.”

‘Whatever, I muttered, though I couldn’t help smiling. Just making an exception today.”

From the corner of my eye, I spotted Elliot trying to carry Freya too. Though shenitially pushed him away, she eventually gave in. Lucian and Orion flanked Sophia, making sure she wasn’t left out.

“Where’s everyone going?” Acacia’s sharp voice cut through the hallway. I though we were hanging out tonight.

“Early training tomorrow, Lucian replied without stopping. We need sleep Nigh Acacia.”

Magnus’s steady pace was oddly comforting as we continued upstairs, giving me sense of security I hadn’t felt in months.

When I opened my eyes again, I was lying in a familiar bed surrounded by comfoing scents.

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Chapter 176: She Just Needs Some Time

A piercing scream yanked me awake.

I bolted upright, disoriented. It was Freya: “BRI, HELP ME! Please!”

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She was sobbing. I tried to move but found myself trapped by several warm bodies. Freya’s fear hit me through our connection, making my heart race.

‘Hang on!” I struggled desperately to get free.

“What’s wrong?” Magnus mumbled sleepily. I realized his arms were wrapped around me.

“Freya needs me – move!” I said urgently, practically vaulting over him.

I sprinted barefoot down the hall. “Freya, I’m coming! Where are you?”

“Here. A faint sob came from my room.

I burst through the door and immediately pulled her into my arms. “It’s okay, I’m here. You’re safe. This is Polaris City, my room. Nobody can hurt you

anymore.”

She clutched my nightgown, burying her face against my neck, her whole body shaking with sobs. I just kept whispering reassurances, gently rubbing her back. Environmental changes always took time for her to adjust to. At the training center, we shared a room so I could comfort her immediately after nightmares. But when the dreams were especially vivid, she sometimes needed longer to separate reality from the past.

“Can we help?” a voice asked from the doorway.

I turned to see all the boys standing there looking worried. Sophia quickly slid onto Freya’s other side, stroking her back.

“Not right now,” I said softly. “She just needs some time. She’ll be okay soon.”

Sophia and I gently rocked Freya until her sobs quieted and her breathing steadied.

“I’m sorry,” she whispered hoarsely. “I’m fine now, go back to bed. Shouldn’t have woken everyone up.”

“That was a bad one,” I studied her pale face and trembling hands. “You sure you be okay?”

“The scents here are just unfamiliar,” she attempted a weak smile. ‘Needed to make sure I was safe. Really, I’m okay now.”

‘Want someone to stay with you?” Sophia asked.

I suddenly realized I wasn’t sure where Sophia was supposed to be sleeping posibly in Lucian’s room. The thought she might have been in his bed created an odd twinge in my chest, despite the fact I’d just been sleeping surrounded by three triplets. I quickly pushed these complicated feelings aside; now

wasn’t the time.

“No need, Freya shook her head, trying to look stronger. ‘You all go back. We’ve got early training.

“You guys rest,” Elliot unexpectedly spoke up, his voice gentle but firm. “I’ll stay with her.”

Freya didn’t object, just nodded slightly. I stood to leave, still concerned. Lucian me to my side, lightly touching my arm.

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