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Against the Wolves
The Nobles took a moment to process what Z had just said. They just stared at each other, their eyes wide, trying to commune through their orbs. Sloane, who’s still annoyed by Z’s superior act, faked a laugh.
“Honestly, You Former Skipper, you almost got me there.” She slapped her legs, still going on with her fake laugh. “Do you really think there really are wolves out here? Come on! We’re at the school!”
Z shook her head, feeling the pack drawing nearer and nearer while they’re stalling. There would be no point arguing with her now. They must evacuate as soon as possible. With only four fighting Wielders, they wouldn’t stand a chance against the enormous prowess wolves possessed.
Anastasia and the twins, their hands intertwined firmly with each other, turned frozen in their seats, their breathing rather fast. Z didn’t blame them. Wolves were ancient creatures known to have battled Henmulga to death, p
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