The Lightning Wolf Chronicles (Evelyn and Nadia) novel Chapter 96

Chapter 96: You Will Be Tomorrow Morning’s Hot Topic

Evelyn’s POV

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Thank you for your time, Elder,” I said politely as Rowan and I turned to leave.idn’t bother checking his expression.

Back in the great hall, I spotted Alistair trapped with the purple-haired woman, s face frozen in that polite smile that screamed ‘help me.” After dealing with that nosy elder, I was done playing nice. I let go of Rowan’s arm and walked straight up to them.

“Dance time’s over,” I said, sliding between them. “The prince gave you your shot but clearly you struck out. Time to move on.” I released a wave of energy mixing my Beta bloodline with something else – something that felt strange but powerful. Now I understood why the triplets were always careful with their auras this power felt intoxicating.

Purple-hair’s eyes widened as she stumbled back, clearly feeling the pressure.

“Remind me never to piss you off when you become Luna,” Rowan whispered behind me, genuine respect in his voice. I turned to him, confused, just as Alistair slipped his arm around my waist.

“What Luna?” I frowned.

That display was seriously intimidating,” Rowan explained, eyes bright with admiration. “Your aura has this natural authority that even I felt – and I have

zero interest in women.” He shot Alistair a playful look. “Someday, some Alpha’s gonna match with you. Hope you stay in this kingdom, or we’d be screwed in negotiations.”

Alistair and I both burst out laughing. Me, a threat in negotiations? Ridiculous.

The rest of the night was exhausting – ambitious girls circling Alistair like sharks stuffy elders trying to isolate me. Thankfully, I had backup; if Alistair

wasn’t beside me, Rowan was my shadow. A few young Alpha heirs tried approaching, but Alistair and Rowan’s synchronized growls warned them off. Their

territorial display reminded me so much of Elliot and the triplets that I couldn’t Help smiling.

When midnight finally came, Alpha King Nathan and Luna Selena signaled our escape. The three of us practically bolted for the elevator. Just as the doors

were closing, a hand shot through the gap, making my heart jump.

The doors reopened to reveal Taric.

“God, you scared me,’ I exhaled.

‘Did I?” His eyebrow rose. ‘After tonight’s battles, a hand stopping an elevator makes you nervous?”

Words are nothing. I admitted. I just let my guard down for a second. I kicked myself mentally. After all the warnings, I’d still slipped up.

“Consider it a lesson, Taric said, not unkindly. I nodded, staring at my feet. In aal crisis, that mistake could be fatal.

“Don’t be too hard on yourself, Taric’s voice softened unexpectedly. “Your assessment was correct. These people fight with words and political games, especially inside these walls. They won’t risk getting thrown out by doing anythik openly, but that doesnt mean they play by the rules once they re out of the king’s sight. Overall, you handled yourself well tonight.”

“You were watching me?” I asked, feeling both curious and uneasy.

“Alpha King Nathan wouldn’t trust your safety to anyone else, he replied simply Remember, you’re important to this kingdom

Exhaustion hit me like a truck. I didn’t want to be ‘special’ or ‘important I just wanted to be nie, to become a good Sentinel, find my mate, and have a normal life with friends and family. Was that too much to ask? I leaned against stair without thinking, resting my head on his shoulder. He pulled me

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Chapter 96: You Will Be Tomorrow Morning’s Hot Topic

closer, and I closed my eyes, letting his familiar scent calm me down.

I must have dozed off because the next thing I knew, I was being carried. Conversations filtered through my half-conscious mind.

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“You should ve seen her shut down that elder,” someone was saying – Rowan? Ive never seen anyone outmaneuver him, especially not someone so young.”

“And when she confronted Stella, another voice added. “That girl nearly collapsed from fear. Honestly, I’m a little scared of her myself now. Imagine how

intimidating she ll be once she gets her Luna powers.”

“Why assume she ll become Luna?” That was definitely Taric’s voice, stern as always.

I tried to stay awake to hear more, but the gentle swaying was pulling me back under.

“At today’s meeting, she was the only young woman there, and she guided fifty werewolves without breaking a sweat, Rowan was explaining. “Those old- school elders think women should just take care of kids or patch up wounds. They brought their daughters as decoration, not to actually participate. And she -he paused, ‘she made everyone listen and proved she belonged at that table. She wasn’t aggressive or manipulative. Tonight, no matter what they threw at her, she stayed cool. If she doesn’t become Luna. Warrior Taric. I’d worry about your job security.” Soft laughter followed.

“Alistair, this guest room is closest to yours, Taric’s voice switched to business.still don’t trust some of tonight’s guests. Someone might try something.”

I finally came fully awake, opening my eyes to find myself in Alistairs arms.

“Hey, sleepyhead,” he said softly. “You crashed in the elevator. You’re staying here tonight and tomorrow. Don’t even think about your morning run.”

I chuckled; he knew me too well. “What if I wake you up and we run together? I can’t skip training just because I’m somewhere different.”

“Alright, gentlemen, out!” Luna Selena suddenly shooed all the men away. “This young lady needs to get ready for bed. Watching her command these tall, intimidating men like they were children made me laugh.

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