Chapter 188
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Adelaide was worried about Cedric, knowing it might take him a while to accept that there were no family members left at home.
Valentine didn’t arrange for Cedric to stay in the original house, which had been renovated, as it might trigger painful memories.
So, he had Cedric stay in the same house as Adelaide.
The house was large enough to provide ample space for both of them.
Valentine considered that after all the suffering Cedric had endured, he would need Adelaide’s care and
support.
Since Cedric was not yet seven and hadn’t found his wolf or undergone his first shift, there was no issue with him living with Adelaide.
At the very least, arrangements could be made after Adelaide and Lance’s mating ceremony.
Once Cedric was settled in, Adelaide gathered everyone in the conference room.
“Inform the Thunder Wolf Pack and let Mallory know that once Cedric is more stable, I’ll bring him to visit,” Adelaide said.
Valentine nodded and turned to leave, but Adelaide added, “Wait. If Mallory or others wish to see Cedric first, they’re welcome to come here. Cedric was close to his grandparents and wouldn’t mind seeing them.”
Adelaide had no idea that Mallory didn’t believe a word of it.
In fact, the Alpha, Luna, and everyone in the Thunder Wolf Pack were all skeptical.
After Valentine sent a patrol member to inform them, not only did no one from the Thunder Wolf Pack show up, but Mallory also stated that if the Frostfang Pack was going to use a fake to claim the Alpha position, they shouldn’t use Cedric’s name.
Mallory’s point was clear–they didn’t believe Cedric was alive and wouldn’t tolerate someone impersonating him.
Beta Valentine didn’t go himself. He sent a patrol member from the pack, who was new to the Frostfang Pack and hadn’t met Cedric.
After being scolded by Malory, the patrol member left awkwardly.
Upon hearing the report, Adelaide was initially surprised but soon understood.
Mallory wouldn’t easily believe it since he had personally handled Cedric’s funeral arrangements.
In that case, she would wait until Doctor Digby examined Cedric before bringing him to visit the Thunder
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Wolf Pack.
After Cedric bathed and changed, Doctor Digby arrived.
He was familiar with every member of the Frostfang Pack, from Alpha Bentley to the children.
For years, he’d been close with the Davidson family.
He had treated Alpha Bentley and Adelaide’s brothers whenever they returned injured and had conducted check–ups during their mates‘ pregnancies.
He’d invested a lot in the Davidson’s over the years.
Despite Cedric’s emaciated frame and stunted growth, Digby recognized him instantly.
Cedric also remembered Digby well.
Every time Cedric got sick, Doctor Digby would prescribe medicine. His potions were the bitterest, so Cedric dreaded seeing him.
But Digby’s needles were merciful–he didn’t make it hurt like the pack doctor did.
Seeing Digby, Cedric bowed deeply.
Digby felt a pang of sorrow, helped him up, and began a thorough examination.
Digby checked Cedric’s poisoning, leg injuries, and other wounds.
Although most of the wounds had healed, he was concerned about residual toxins.
After finishing, he asked to speak with Adelaide privately.
Adelaide glanced at Cedric, wanting to comfort him, but he gave her a reassuring look instead.
This kid was way too mature for his age–it broke her heart.
In the conference room, Digby sighed and shook his head. “Cedric has endured too much. The surface wounds aren’t a major concern. Even without shifting, a werewolf pup’s healing abilities are remarkable.”
Adelaide remained vigilant, her worry etched on her face.
Digby continued, “The leg injury and internal poisoning are more serious. The reason he can’t speak is due to the Silencing Leaf–a deep green plant whose sap contains a special toxin. Once in a werewolf’s system, it quickly affects the vocal cords, causing temporary muteness. Normally, the effects don’t last long, but he’s been exposed for nearly two years. Detoxification will be a gradual process.”
“Can it be reversed?” Adelaide asked anxiously.
“Yes, but it will be painful. Additionally, the bone in his leg has healed improperly. To correct it, we’ll need to rebreak and reset it. Such pain is hard for a child his age to endure.”
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Adelaide knew all too well the agony of bone–breaking procedures. She had experienced it as a child.
While pain–relieving potions and werewolf healing techniques could help, the intense pain remained unavoidable.
But there was no other choice.
Cedric was still young, and the crooked leg would prevent him from shifting once he found his wolf.
Heartbroken, Adelaide asked Digby another question, “What about the addictive drugs he was given? Are they still affecting him?”
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