CHAPTER FOUR

As the golden hues of the morning painted the sky, a black, sleek BMW rolled to a stop before the lavish iron gate of Crescent Academy, an elite, prestigious institution known only to the werewolf world.

The rising sun casts a warm glow over its grand façade, its towering pinnacles piercing the sky like ancient guardians.

Students in neatly pressed uniforms go about their activities moving around happily, their laughter and lively chatter echoing against the strong stone walls of the institution, full of anticipation for the day ahead.

The BMW came and halted smoothly at the entrance. Mildred exhaled, her heart feeling the weight of the mixture of both excitement and nerves. Stepping out of the car, a gentle breeze swept her hair and covered her face like a silk veil.

In that moment, she looked ethereal, serene, radiant, a morning blossom kissed by nature itself, her enchanting beauty captivating the onlooker.

Whispers followed her through the courtyard. She became the source of envy for all ladies, while the guys were captivated by her allure; they couldn’t take their eyes off her.

Yet, beyond the appeal, Mildred is kind-hearted, loving, and caring; her kindness makes her more captivating.

As she approached the gate, two Bentleys pulled up, and the whole school erupted wildly, almost instantly.

Ohm... my Goddess those are the almighty K. G’S cars, someone squealed.

“This is the best morning, the most glorious mornings ever, to be able to see the two male gods, at the same time, he fantasizes. All the student made their way towards the cars.

Mildred stood aside, watching the chaos unfold. Annoyance tightened her chest. With a huff, she walks away.

Gray and Kaden stepped out of their Bentleys, just in time to see her leaving.

“Sweet pie!” Gray called,

“Wait for us!” Kaden follows suit.

“Oh, Moon Goddess,” Mildred muttered. “Can’t I avoid these two peacefully? They keep hunting me like some sort of ghost.”

She turns to face them. I could barely escape them yesterday, and here they are, looking like some sort of Greek gods. Looking as hot as ever.

Very annoying.

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YESTERDAY

Mildred, her eyes wide while staring at her two best friends, well, former best buddies as she convinces herself, her heart has been hitting so hard on the rib cage of her chest, panicked, she opens her mouth to say something, but no words could form, she just tried her lips.

Hey “sweet pie”, why does it look like you have seen a ghost? Do we look like ghosts to you? Kaden asked as they walked towards her.

Suddenly, a car came, it was an Alpha Bright car, Grey! Kaden! Get in the car quickly, there is an emergency, Alpha Bright called. Mildred ran to him, Is everything alright? She asked. Yes, he responded with a nod. Can I follow you? She asked again, No, we can handle everything, so you can just continue enjoying your coffee and make sure you are back home early. With that, they drove off.

Mildred stood there looking at nothingness. Tessy walked up to her and looked in the direction her eyes were. I can sense that something bad is coming, but they should be fine for now, right?

Present

As we walked through the corridor to my class, which is close to the principal’s office, everyone was staring at us as we walked, and murmurs could be heard in the background, which included excited giggles. The hall was crowded than usual, everybody was out to see their famous handsome alphas.

I got tired of it and turned and faced them. Why are you guys here? I asked with a bit of annoyance in my tone.

First of all, we came to see the principal, and secondly, “sweet pie,” will you stop being angry with us or stop avoiding us, Gray pleaded, his eyes searching for reassurance. His passionate gaze makes my heart beat a million times, we weren’t like this before he added, yes, we weren’t like this before you two shut me out of your life, our lives were perfect Gray, before you destroy it, you broke our sixteen years of friendship, I spoke as tears stream down my face, my heart filled with pain of being abandoned by the two most important people in my life.

Mildred! Kaden shouted, We didn’t abandon you, we were protecting you, we didn’t want you to be involved in our problems, A flicker of pain crossed his face, his brow furrowing briefly.

When has your problem ceased to be mine? She asked, tears streaming down her cheeks, her pain emanating from the depth of her heart, I thought we were a team, she asked again. Kaden wiped her tears with his hands and pulled her to his warm embrace. She wanted to resist but held her tight. She couldn’t hold herself in anymore and cried loudly.

Kaden stroked her back gently, comforting her, “Sweet pie.” We didn’t tell you because we love you; it's not because we didn’t see you as a team member. Mil, you're more than family to us, and we love you so much. Mildred was still sniffing on Kaden’s arm, then why did you desert me, she asked through her cries.

Because we love you and didn’t want what we did to affect you or your future, you are going to be a good alpha and we can’t ruin it for you.

Mildred picks her head from Kaden’s chest and looks at him confusedly, then she stares at Gray, giving him a questioning look, but none of them could speak, What is happening, guys she asked, Why was I shot out of your lives, and how is that going to affect my future as an alpha? I want to know, she said, and yet again they remained silent, not uttering a single word. She was devastated; her eyes were red from anger, and she clenched her hands until her nails were piercing through her flesh.

Fine, you won’t say a word about it, but I want to know something, is it bad? she asked calmly, Yes, Gray answered, how bad is it? She asked again, very, very bad, he answered with a sign, and if anyone finds out, we won’t be alphas anymore, Kaden added.

Mildred’s eyes widened in shock, her breath catching in her throat, how did you guys end up with something as grave as that? She asked, shock etching across her face. Gray looked tense, his brow furrowed. It wasn’t intentional. We tried to stop it from happening, but we couldn’t. Kaden squeezed his shoulder in reassurance.

Mildred pulls herself out of Kaden's embrace, “she reached out to Gray and gently brushed and touched his cheeks, It's going to be alright, she said.

Suddenly, there was a loud rumble, buildings were falling apart, children were screaming as they ran towards the school hall, They are here, Kaden said, That was too fast, Mildred looked at the two of them, her body shaking from fear.

What is happening guys? She asked, The Lycans, we are under attack, but why will they attack us? Is it not like we have any grudge against them? She was again.

But we have a thousand-year grudge with the present Lycan king, I suspect that his mate was killed by a werewolf, which resulted in this, Gray explained. What do we do she asked. Gray drew her for a hug and stroked her hair, We are going to be fine, but first, let’s go to the principal’s office.

They ran to the principal’s office and found him walking restlessly. As soon as he saw them, he breathed a sigh of relief, thank goddess you are here, here is the key to the hidden room, please be safe, our future is in your hands.

Where are you going? Kaden asked, " Is it dangerous out there, Mildred added, her voice cracking.

The principal stepped forward, his face pale but resolute. “I’m not going in there with you,” he said firmly. “This school, these students… I’ve sworn to the moon goddess and the alpha to protect them. I won’t hide while others fight.”

“But sir- “Mildred began, her voice cracking.

“No,” he cut in, his tone unwavering. “I know the risks’ but if there’s any chance I can help; I have to take it,”

Before another word could be spoken, the door burst open with a deafening crash.

Sheards flew. The wall groaned. Standing in the doorway was a towering figure, broad shoulders and heavy breath with glowing savage gold Lycan. But not just any Lycan.

“The Beta,” Gray whispered, his arms tightening around Mildred. “They found us,”

The Beta snarled, scanning the room, lips curled back to reveal sharp fangs. His voice was in a low growl. He rushed towards them, growling at them. They were frightened by the shiver, and the Beta shifted to his human form instantly.

“You thought you could hide from us?” Too bad you're with her.

For some reason, our alpha could smell her scent, and he tracked her down to this place. He gave an eerie smile. “They were too scared to speak,” their eyes wide open, their bodies shimmering from an unknown cold, they couldn’t lift their feet or open their mouth.

Just then, two Lycans walked to the office. He ordered them to take the boys, including the principal, and he took Mildred with him. That was when they all came out of their shock.

Let me down Mildred shouted as she tried to free herself from him. He tossed her angrily, and he aimed at the back of her neck.

Everywhere went silent.

BAH!

A loud thud echoed,