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“I’m a bit suspicious. Also, I wonder if it’s related to Alpha Germain sending people to the capital. But why would Germain send people here? If they’re from the Western Tribe, I guess their target is Velda, to avenge the deceased prince. But as for Germain’s purpose, I really can’t figure it out,” she said, a faint edge flashing in her cedar–scented presence at the mention of Velda.
Paisley remarked, “Well, maybe we’re just being overly sensitive. Perhaps they’re merely freelancers seeking work in the capital.”
Adelaide, however, wasn’t inclined to take that chance. “Keep them under surveillance. Report any developments immediately.”
“Rest assured, we’re on it,” Paisley replied, sipping her coffee and widening her eyes.
“It’s going to rain. I hope it doesn’t pour tomorrow when Cedric starts at Elk Academy.
“Right,” Adelaide absent–mindedly responded, her thoughts still preoccupied with the suspicious individuals and their potential motives.
She wondered if they might be spies from the Western Tribe but couldn’t voice this concern to Paisley.
The very thought of Western Tribe spies felt like a sharp blade piercing her heart.
She recalled Solanke’s assurance that all the werewolves from the incident, except those killed on the spot, had been dealt with.
His word was trustworthy.
After a moment of contemplation, Adelaide said to Paisley, “Find out about Ulrik’s recent duty schedule.
“No need to ask. He’s on a ten–day rotation. He’s been on day shift these past few days and will switch to night shift on the 20th.”
“Night shift,” Adelaide repeated softly, pondering the potential connections between the suspicious individuals and the night shift.
She then shook her head. “Wait, no. It can’t be someone sent by the new Lycan King of the Western Tribe. His goal wouldn’t simply be to kill Velda. We’re keeping Velda alive to hold him accountable later. If he were to have her killed now, he’d lose leverage over us regarding the Snowdeer Town incident. He wouldn’t be that foolish.”
Paisley looked at her and asked, “So… not targeting Velda? Then could it be the Blackthorn Pack?”
“I don’t know,” Adelaide said, unable to reach a conclusion for now. After all, only a few individuals with heavy killing auras had entered the capital, and there was no additional information.
“I need to have Avery strengthen the Blackthorn Pack’s defenses. Tomorrow, when I take Cenic to the academy, I’ll have Avery and his men guard outside for a few days until those individuals leave.”
Better safe than sorry.
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With Lance and Caldwell currently absent from the pack, it was wise in take extra precautions and avoid any miscalculations.
That same day, Avery began deploying the defenses.
Five hundred pack warriors were stationed in the capital. Although this made Lycan Erasmus somewhat wary, the actual benefits were significant.
With such arrangements, defense deployment became much more manageable, with three–hour shifts and sufficient manpower.
Since there was no night curfew in the capital, Avery took charge in person during the evenings.
After all, dark and windy nights were prime times for robberies and violence. The likelihood of individuals storming the Blackthorn Pack during daylight hours was extremely low.
The next morning, the car was ready. Adelaide and Paisley escorted Cedric outside.
It was Cedric’s first day at the academy, and though he claimed not to be nervous, it was evident that he was a bit anxious.
Dressed in a blue denim jacket and dark jeans, he looked fresh and neat, exuding the scholarly aura of a neighborhood youth.
The omega assigned to care for him, selected by Frostfang’s Beta Valentine, was named Chase due to his birthday on December 23rd, the eve of Christmas Eve, and was the same age as Cedric.
Chase carried a canvas backpack adorned with a planetary design, filled with stationery and textbooks.
Despite Cedric’s slightly stiff walk, he was well–accustomed to the attention of others. The hardships of his nomadic years had forged a resilient inner strength.
Paisley looked up at the overcast sky and said, “It’s going to rain. We’d better hurry. If we’re late , finding a parking spot at the academy will be tough.”
Adelaide scanned the surroundings, confirmed there were no anomalies, then lifted her skirt and got into the car. “Bring an umbrella?”
“Yep, and there’s a picnic mat and bento box in the trunk,” Paisley said.
“Notebook computer’s charged too. I can catch up on the news while waiting for him after class,” she added, checking off items on the list.
“Let’s go!” Adelaide said to the driver
The spacious and comfortable car pulled up at the academy gate just as the first raindrops began to fall.
Fortunately, the rain was still light, and there were still parking spots available.
Adelaide grabbed an automatic umbrella and stepped out first, then helped Cedric out of the car.
Chase jumped out on his own. At his age, kids were full of energy.
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As the rain gradually intensified, Paisley handed over another umbrella from the trunk. “Don’t get soaked.
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I didn’t bring any spare clothes for today.”
“Got it,” Cedric replied cheerfully.
“Good boy, Cedric!” Paisley smiled and waved at him. “Go on, we will wait for you nearby after school. With Chase holding the umbrella and linking arms with Cedric, they jogged into the academy gate..
Adelaide called out, “Don’t run too fast, watch your step in the rain.”
As soon as she finished speaking, a “plop” echoed, as if someone had slipped and fallen onto the ground.