The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 51

Chapter 51: I’m Proud of You

Evelyn’s POV

“You’re not a suspect, Evelyn,” Alpha Adam sighed, “I just thought you might have insights that could help us with our situation.”

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My shoulders loosened slightly, but I still couldn’t look him in the eye. He stood up, moved around his desk, and crouched to my level.

“I’ve learned about your past experiences,” he said quietly. “As a father, it kills me that you distrust us because of what you’ve been

through.”

“I won’t force you to tell me anything,” he continued. “But when you’re ready to share, I’ll back you completely. Exposing those who hurt

you takes real courage, not weakness.”

I nodded, grateful he wasn’t pushing me to spill everything right now.

“About this threat,” he shifted topics. “It’s more complex than we thought. No scent traces were left at the scene. Whoever did this either

knows how to cover their tracks or has abilities we don’t understand.”

“What’s our best lead?” I asked, focusing on the problem instead of my discomfort.

“Besides the torn Luna mark and threat note? Almost nothing. What’s most troubling is the lack of unfamiliar scents, suggesting it’s

someone from inside the pack, or someone with access permission.”

He studied me thoughtfully. “I remembered your remarkable scent perception, especially how you can tell the triplets apart. That could be

valuable in our investigation.”

His expression turned serious. “Involving you might upset Luna and the boys, especially since you could be a target too. But as Alpha, I

have to protect the entire pack, even if that means taking risks.”

I nodded. As a pack member, I had responsibilities, regardless of personal danger.

“Here’s what I propose,” he said. “When the time’s right, I’ll invite you to help investigate. I won’t hide this from Luna, and I’ll be honest with the triplets if they ask. Whether you tell them yourself is your choice.”

He leaned forward. “Second, next time you’re hurt at school, I hope you’ll come to me directly. I’ve sensed something was wrong, but

never had proof. Even now I lack evidence, but my wolf and I are deeply concerned.”

‘I don’t want to bother you with small stuff,” I said stubbornly. “It would make me look weak, like I need protecting.”

“But these ‘small’ issues have piled up into something serious, haven’t they?” he challenged gently. “You stand up for weaker pack members, but suffer silently yourself. If you could truly handle it properly, you’d confront those bullies directly, like you did at the

selection.”

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“That would only make things worse,” I said, my voice rising. “Even just defending myself verbally wouldn’t be believed. I’m always the

one blamed. More conflicts could get me expelled or suspended.”

‘I can’t lose my education, especially now when I’m so close to Sentinel training. After everything I’ve sacrificed, I won’t let their crap

ruin it all.”

Tears threatened, but I refused to let them fall.

The door cracked open, and Orion poked his head in, face tight with worry.

“Evie?” His voice was strained. “I felt this sharp pain in my chest. Could barely breathe. You okay?” His knuckles were white on the

doorframe, his other hand pressed against his chest.

“I’m fine, Ori,” I took a deep breath, trying to calm down. “Really. I’m okay.”

He frowned but nodded, closing the door without coming in.

Alpha Adam looked at me curiously. “How long has he been able to sense your emotions?”

“Not sure exactly,” I admitted. “I think it started after the selection. When Luna told me about the Luna mark, I had a panic attack. He

somehow felt it and found me.”

“He said he felt pain in his chest, and his wolf wouldn’t settle until he slept on my floor, right next to my bed.” I tried to sound matter-of-

fact. “Everyone was in my room that night. Is that… weird?”

“I’ve never heard of such a connection,” Adam said thoughtfully. “It’s extraordinary.”

He seemed about to continue but changed direction. “The main reason I called you here is something else. Alpha King Nathan, Conrad, and Taric were impressed by your performance. They want you to join Sentinel training.”

I stared at him, my brain struggling to process his words.

“They want you to begin as soon as possible. Besides Luna, Griffin, and Thomas, I haven’t told anyone else yet, including your father,

My heart stuttered, then raced wildly. Was this real? The opportunity I’d dreamed of for so long was actually happening?

“Really? When? How did they “I stammered, excitement making me incoherent.

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“Ahhh!” I finally squealed, launching myself across the desk to hug him.

Adam laughed, returning my embrace. “Griffin was right you faced more opponents than anyone else. Those warriors deliberately tested your limits, wanting to see when you’d break. But you kept going.”

“You even made Prince Alistair dizzy. Took him hours to recover.”

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That last comment made me blush, prompting another laugh from him.

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“Alistair didn’t reveal his identity,” he added, “but he will never forget being beaten by someone a quarter his size and years younger.”

“I need time to process this, I stepped back, feeling light-headed. “When can I start? I thought they only took people after graduation.”

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