My heart and brain processed his sole request with the utmost understanding, realizing that Aric wanted my complete assimilation into his pack of rogue wolves. Similar to Alexander's written rules, this was not a casual offer to join, but a profound commitment that required me to fully embrace their way of life and customs. "We need you to understand the written rules of our pack, its hierarchy, and our way of life. As you know, we are different from the rest of the pack not just in this city but the entire world. You must be willing to accept our rules and customs without question," he explained, his voice firm. I glanced at Aric straight into his eyes and dig deeper into his intention. He told me himself that his pack is different from the rest of the pack yet he asked me something the same way or process Alexander asked me when we asked him for a second chance. My wolf had to have learned its lesson. I must not make any mistake if given the chance Aric ac

Later that night, right after dinner, I found myself standing in front of the mirror again. Compared to the dinner with Felise's parents, I could not hold onto my excitement at that time. However, at this second, by wolf never felt the same feeling anymore. My legs were trembling. And my heart was beating like hell. I could even see the sweat running down my neck. "Shit," I could help but utter profanity. "Are you certainly going that far to avenge your dad's death?" "Why? Do you have any better idea to get the justice he deserves?" asks my wolf. "Nothing," "Exactly! So, before you become a deranged man talking to yourself in front of the mirror, better put on some clothes since you still have to meet your stepbrother." After putting on some clothes, I rushed to the address where the masquerade ball is to be held. "What took you so long, Ezra?" those were the first words that came out of Razel's mouth as soon as he greeted me from the exit of the building

The next day, I went to school an hour earlier than my regular schedule. I patiently waited for Felise and Razel to arrive at the main entrance. However, my first second of waiting turned into a minute. And the minute turned into an hour until the first morning bell. Neither of the two walked passed the gate, and I am certain of it. And the thought started to bother me when I did not give them a call or message as soon as I got back to my apartment. None of them notified me if they safely made it back to their respective places either. "Perhaps the two made not just one round last night, Ezra," says one of the security guards. I asked them if they knew my stepbrother and Felise so I have enough reason to stay at the main gate and they nodded their heads in agreement. They knew my brother from the rugby team and Felise as one of the goddesses in our school. But I could not help but frown at what the security guard just told me three seconds ago. "What exactly do

"Should I do this by force then?" Razel's dad added. "Get inside, everyone!" then he pointed his sharp gaze at me, "That includes you." "Ezra is just passing by, honey," Mom replied. She even forced her voice to stay calm as much as possible. "He just passed by to tell Razel about their rugby training session. Our son did not go to school the entire day. So their Coach send Ezra since not all his classmates and friends know about our address, right Razel?" Mom said those words without looking at Razel. Because if she looks into his eyes, she might show signs of hesitation. And that we cannot afford to show it to the pillar of their home. A dad's intuition, I believed, was stronger and more commanding compared to Mom's. What dads always believe will always be heeded. "Mom's right, Dad," Razel finally defended us. "I was too drunk last night. And my head keeps spinning so I decided not to go to school. I did not get the chance to answer any of their calls and message

I heaved an abrupt sigh as my wolf felt at ease upon hearing the good news. The three of us are safe for now. But that doesn't mean I have to let my guard down. Right after classes, I went straight to the rugby field for an urgent meeting with our coach. We were supposed to have an early rest tonight because our big game is tomorrow. This game will be my first ever big event in my whole life. "What's going on?" I asked Razel as soon as I grabbed my seat next to him. "Did I miss something?" Everyone was already in their respective seats when I got to the field. And most of them were murmuring to the person next to them including Razel. "Don't know. I just got here too. Perhaps Coach will brief us for tomorrow's big game like he always does." he replied. Right. I almost forgot Razel did not come to class the entire day. Whatever his reason is, I believed, had something to do with Lance's disappearance. Perhaps their pack was already in a mess searching for his