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Chapter 16 - Astraia

Penulis: Odessa Rhys Beaumont
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-27 20:54:23

The rest of Thursday passed in a blur of concerned friends, Eden's check-ups, and my parents' hourly calls. Carson had rescheduled the territory management meeting "until further notice," though Odette insisted it had nothing to do with him hovering outside my apartment building all night.

Friday morning brought unexpected quiet – classes were cancelled to implement the new territory crossing protocols. Security checkpoints were being set up at all crossing points, and the campus buzzed with wolves registering their travel schedules.

"Perfect timing for girls' night," Odette declared when she picked me up that evening. Her penthouse, perfectly positioned between Royal Pack territory, High Crest territory and neutral grounds, offered stunning views of both landscapes. The high-security building was a favorite among pack nobility, though everyone knew the top floor was exclusively Royal Pack territory.

"The view gets even better at sunset," Lila said from the backseat, then glanced at m
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  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 121 - Astraia

    The first Pure Blood Order operative stepped into the tunnel, weapon raised.Carson moved faster than I could track, tackling the man before he could fire a shot."Go!" Carson snarled, his voice already more growl than human speech.I grabbed Dr. Ramona's arm, pulling her deeper into the tunnel as Jason covered our retreat. More shadows poured through the entrance."How many?" I shouted over the sounds of fighting."Too fucking many," Jason replied, firing his dart gun at an approaching figure.The confined space worked both for and against us, they couldn't surround us, but we had nowhere to run. Carson had shifted partially, claws and teeth extended, tearing through the first wave of attackers with brutal efficiency."Astraia!" Dr. Ramona pointed to one of the fallen men. "He's still moving."I looked closer. The man Carson had taken down was getting back up, eyes vacant, moving with that unnatural stillness of the mind-contr

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 120 - Astraia

    We met Jason at the service exit, away from curious eyes. Dr. Ramona joined us moments later, looking nervous but determined in her own tactical gear."Communications check," Jason said, handing out earpieces. "Secure channel, short range.""If we get separated," Carson instructed, "rendezvous at the eastern ridge. No heroics, no waiting. If you're not there within thirty minutes of the extraction, we assume you're compromised.""Cheerful thought," I muttered."Realistic," he countered. "Everyone clear on the mission? We get Troy, gather intel if possible, and get out. No unnecessary engagement."We all nodded."Vehicle to the border, on foot from there," Carson continued. "Stay close, stay quiet."As we loaded into the unmarked SUV, I caught a glimpse of Carson's profile, jaw set, eyes focused. This wasn't my mate driving; this was the Alpha of High Crest, heading into enemy territory.The ride was tense and silent. Twenty min

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 119 - Astraia

    "Absolutely not," Carson said, his voice deadly calm. "It's a trap."We were in our quarters, the morning sun barely peeking through the curtains. I paced in front of him, unable to stay still."You didn't see Troy's condition," I argued. "They're hurting him to get to us.""Which is exactly why we can't walk right into their compound." Carson leaned against his desk, arms crossed. "That's what Mitchell wants.""So we just leave Hunter's brother to die?" I stopped pacing to face him."I didn't say that." Carson's jaw tightened. "I said we're not charging in without a plan."Hunter cleared his throat from the doorway. I hadn't heard him arrive. His eyes were bloodshot, his expression haunted. He'd been up all night since seeing the video."Any news from the recon team?" Carson asked him."They've located the facility. Northern border, underground bunker. Heavy guards." Hunter's voice was flat, emotionless. "Three entry points, all monitored.""Patrols?""Rotating every thirty minutes.

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 118 - Astraia

    The council chamber was already full when we arrived. Conversations stopped as heads turned our way. I saw shock and concern in their expressions, news of the attack had spread."Luna," Miller stood. "We heard what happened. Are you alright?""I'm fine," I assured him. "More importantly, we have a breakthrough with the blocker."Carson guided me to my seat at his right hand. "Hunter, report.""Pure Blood Order forces are converging on territories across the region. Based on their movements, we believe they plan to activate multiple signal transmitters simultaneously during the full moon.""The good news," I said, "is our new formula works against both the mass signal and the targeted compound.""Production status?" Carson asked.Dr. Austin stood. "First batch complete. Enough for all High Crest wolves by noon. Allied packs by evening.""Distribution plan?""Dart systems for emergency response teams," I explained. "Oral solution in water supplies. Injection for all key pack members."E

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 117 - Astraia

    I woke to the sound of voices speaking in hushed tones."Alpha, you should rest. Hunter and I can monitor her condition," Dr. Austin said gently."I'm fine," Carson replied, his voice exhausted but firm."You've been here for two hours without moving," Miller added. "The pack is secure for now. Let us take a shift.""I said I'm fine." The quiet steel in Carson's voice left no room for argument.I tried to speak, but only managed a raspy groan. My body felt like solid lead.The room went instantly silent."Astraia?" Carson's warm hand cupped my face. "Hey sweet girl, can you hear me?""Mmmhmm," I managed, which wasn't exactly eloquent.I heard a collective exhale of relief. I finally forced my eyes open to see Carson leaning over me, his face haggard with worry.He was back in human form, dressed hastily in sweatpants, dried blood still visible on his hands and forearms."Welcome back," he said softly. His voice was gentle, but I could see the storm behind his eyes."The lab," I croake

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 116 - Astraia

    "Luna?" Dr. Ramona appeared at the door. "Blood work's in."Back in the lab, we analyzed Marissa's results. Her blood contained a complex compound I'd never seen before."It's similar to the neurological disruptors we found in previous samples," Dr. Austin said, "but more targeted. Binds to specific receptors.""Can we block it?""Theoretically. But it's not responding to our current formula."I studied the molecular structure. "It's evolved. They've modified it based on what they know about our blocker.""Which means?""We need to leap forward, not just take a step. Something they won't anticipate."Hours passed as we tested combinations. My phone kept buzzing with texts from Odette, but I couldn't break away. Finally, around midnight, Dr. Ramona shouted."This one works! Compound 37-B neutralizes the new agent."I rushed to her station. The test results showed 98% efficacy against the targeted compound."

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