Chapter 63 Once And For All
Chapter 63 Once And For All
ARDEN
The prelims were finally over.
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After days filled with tears, sweat, and fervent prayers, it was done. Because the school claimed to want to take care of our ‘mental health‘ and overall ‘well–being, they were sending us on a two–day, one–night vacation, sponsored by Mr. Winters
himself.
Mr, Winters decided to send us freshmen to a serene nature retreat while the seniors enjoyed a beach getaway, all while the teachers prepped the grades and finalized the semester results.
We were told this was a “well–earned break,” It was a nice gesture, that is, if you could overlook the fact that this was the first time he had ever done anything like it.
That alone was enough to make my wolf perk up, ears mentally pinned back in suspicion. Why now? Why this sudden wave of generosity? It didn’t feel like a reward: it felt more like a distraction.
T
I still remembered the footage–the constant presence of his piercing eyes.
Where is he taking those videos?
What’s he doing with them?
My gaze shifted toward the front of the bus, hoping to find some answers. But all I saw was Tessa beside me, legs crossed, engrossed in her phone.
“Did you hear?” she asked, breaking the silence.
I turned my head to her. “Hmm?”
-Sienna’s back with the West.”
I sat up straighter, incredulity coursing through me. “What?
Tessa nodded, her expression serious. “Apparently, she was readmitted yesterday. It looks like Mr. Winters pulled some strings for her. Jaxon must have accepted her back after all.”
That didn’t surprise me in the slightest. “Sienna’s parents are quite influential back in our pack. They might have put in a good word.”
She shook her head. “That girl always has a way of landing on her feet, doesn’t she?”
We pulled into the campsite thirty minutes later, and my attention was stolen by the breathtaking sight ahead.
“Wow,” “Tessa muttered, her eyes wide with wonder.
Yeah, that was putting it mildly,
Wooden cabins nestled in a perfect ring around a massive fire pit. Eairy lights adorned the trees above, and a small river meandered along the clearing’s edge like something right ou of a postcard. The scent of moss, pine, and running water hit my nose, instantly calming my restless wolf.
It was beautiful. If there was one thing Mr. Winters did right, it was choosing this magnificent location.
Sir Thompson and Miss Loveson stood at the center, clipboards in hand, waving cheerfully as the students poured off the bus and from their private cars.
“Everyone! Grab your bags and check the boards for room assignments!“
I stepped off the bus and took a deep breath, already feeling lighter compared to when I was in Elite. This place was truly
ade for creatures like us
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I followed the others toward the rooming chart nailed to a thick pine trunk. I scanned down the list for my room assignment.
namme
and the
“4B,” I mattered to myself.
Tessa exclaimed excitedly, “48? I’m also in that room!”
I smiled brightly, thrilled with the news. This was already turning out better than I had imagined. We grabbed our bags and made our way to the designated room.
However, the moment I opened the door, my fleeting happiness was about to be shattered.
Sitting on the bed by the window, brushing her perfectly styled hair, was none other than Sienna.
Tessa froze beside me. “I’d rather room with a wild bear,” she muttered.
“Bears are easier to reason with.” I whispered back, stifling a laugh.
Sienna narrowed her eyes at us, a smug expression spreading across her face. “I can hear you, you know?”
“There are two of us, and only one of her,” Tessa whispered in a much smaller voice, making sure Sienna wouldn’t catch her. words despite her heightened senses. “Maybe we should just knock her out and drag her to another room.”
I held back a chuckle, choosing my words carefully. “Let’s just ignore her,” I said loudly, turning to the other bed. However, her belongings were strewn across it.
Of course.
After all the humiliation, Sienna remained the worst.
Even with just the three of us in the room, her presence somehow managed to take up more space than it should have. Her overpowering perfume filled the air, as if she had bathed in it. Was she not a werewolf? Didn’t she have the ability to smell herself?
I stepped forward without saying a word, grabbed her things, and flung them off the bed. Her designer tote tipped over, causing makeup and brushes to spill out onto the floor in a delightful little avalanche.
“Hey!” she gasped, her voice rising in an indignant screech.
But I was already grabbing Tessa by the wrist and tugging her toward the door. “Come on,” I muttered, eager to escape the mounting termion.
We were giggling before we even stepped out of the cabin.
By the time we finally reached the lake, the sun had climbed high in the sky, casting a warm glow over everything. Once again, the stunning view provided a comforting balm after all the irritation Sienna had caused
Dozens of students were already there, their voices clattering together in laughter. Some had stripped down to their swimsuits, while others lounged on blankets or walked barefoot along the rocky shore.
“You can swim if you want.” I suggested.
Tessa shook her head and settled down beside me on the rocky slope. “I don’t want to get wet. I just want to sit with you.” For a while, we fell into a comfortable silence, allowing the comforting sounds of the lake to wash over us.
Are you alright now?” I finally asked, breaking the stillness. She still seemed a bit down from time to time, and I wanted to check in on her
Tessa imiled softly, the brief shadow lifting from her features. “Yeah. I just had a headache that day–probably from all the reviewing for finals. Now that it’s done, I can finally relax.
I nodded and gave her a gentle pat on the back, wanting to reassure her.
“It would’ve been nice if Owen could have come with us,” I said.
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“Yeah,” she muttered, closing her eyes and savoring the calming sounds of the water
However, our tranquility was short–lived.
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A series of squeals erupted from the other end of the lake, and I glanced over to see a small crowd beginning to gather.
I already knew what that commotion signified before I even spotted them
The True Alphas had arrived.
As expected, they didn’t come quietly. Their mere presence commanded amemtion like no other. Tessa nudged my shoulder. a playful grin on her face. “They’re all looking at you.”
I rolled my eyes, trying to dismiss her. “Don’t be ridiculous.”
But I made the mistake of looking.
Sadly, Tessa wasn’t wrong.
Jaxon was the first to step forward, pulling his shirt over his head and letting it drop to the grass. His chest was broad, and
every muscle in his body appeared sculpted.
Each of his movements screamed Alpha display, and he didn’t even bother hiding the way his gaze settled on me.
Before I could collect my thoughts, Rowan was already shrugging off his shirt. “Let’s make it fun” be called out to the others. flashing me a grin that was far too pleased with itself. Then, without a moment’s hesitation, he sprinted forward and dove into the lake, sending up a massive splash in his wake.
“Seriously?” I muttered under my breath, shaking my head.
Elias rolled his eyes but soon followed suit. He was leaner than the others, yet every inch of him was toned and defined. He waded into the water calmly before diving in, gliding gracefully beneath the surface.
Of course, Cade was the last one to join in. For a moment, I thought he might sit this one out, avoiding whatever display this was. But then he slowly removed his shirt too.
Not in a hurry like the others. Instead, he tugged it off deliberately, seemingly indifferent to the attention his body was drawing–which, of course, only made the crowd squeal even louder in reaction.
“Damn,” Tessa even muttered right next to me, her tone barely concealing her awe.
I’d seen his body multiple times before. I had even touched it
Yet somehow, it still made heat creep up my neck. Just his back alone could make a girl faint, broad and lined with seats that told stories none of us knew. He turned his head in my direction briefly, and I quickly looked away, pretending there was something incredibly interesting in the trees.
The four of them hit the water at different times, but it was clear by how the students lined the shore that they were racing against one another. Half the girls were cheering as if they were watching a championship. And I had to admit, it was oddly
surreal.
The True Alphas of Fenra were engaging in something so unnecessary.
Rowan reached the buoy first, with Cade hot on his heels.
“You had a head start,” Cade muttered playfully, but Rowan merely laughed and splashed water in his direction. Elias came in close thard, but he didn’t seeni tou bothered by the loss. Surprisingly, Jaxon, despite going into the water first, came in last nursing as he swam back to the shore.
“What the heck is happening right now?” I whispered to Tessa.
This feels like a mating display,” she replied casually, biting her lip and casting her gaze back toward the lake. “It’s like a full-
show of strengil. All for you!
I shook my head vehemently “I want no part in it.”
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Tessa offered a teasing smile. “Thanks, though. Because of you, I’m enjoying this view.
That remark sent both of us into a fit of giggles.
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SIENNA
Why
Why is it always her?
I stood just behind the trees, far enough away that they wouldn’t spot me but close enough that I couldn’t look away. Arden sat by the lake, her hair catching the breeze in a way that made her look ethereal. The Alphas weren’t near her, but every single one of them kept glancing her way.
It just wasn’t fair.
She doesn’t even try. She doesn’t flirt. She doesn’t bat her lashes or wear anything that reveals her body.
My fists clenched at my sides, my nails biting into my skin. I wanted to scream, to rip away that attention from her. I had. been trying so hard! I’ve always put in the effort. And yet, it’s never enough.
She had dodged all of the bullets thus far.
But it’s time to end this.
Once and for all.
