The weekend has passed and a new stressful week has begun for Selene and her friends.

Indeed, many things happened for Selene lately… ​​

[1] Her first heat cycle.

[2] Her first shifting into wolf form.

[3] And being part of a newly formed Golden Crew of the Golden Moon Pack.

Selene apologized to all of her friends due to her mean behavior during her first heat cycle.

Though, she did not disclose the truth about it.

Everyone was in good mood.

As usual in every lunchtime in Golden Moon Academy, Selene and her friends are on the rooftop spending their usual lunchtime chatting and goofing around.

"I also want to say, congrats to all of us for qualifying all the way to the final part of the Rank Event." Selene said to her friends who are around.

"But not everyone was able to make it as member of the Golden Crew." Said by Lance who is still disappointed about himself for not defeating his older brother.

Unlike Georgie, who has accepted completely his defeat against Oliver and was more in a good mood.

"Cheer up, it was an honor to go against the commander of the warriors. Your older brother was not a small fry to beat!

Though, you were able to fight with him toe to toe for hours straight. No one could accomplish that except for Selene of course but be proud that you were able to face your older brother with such intensity." Scarlett trying to comfort Lance who is looking disappointed and sulking about it while everyone having their own lunch.

"Scarlett is right Lance, be proud of yourself that you were able to battle with your older brother in such an impressive and remarkable showdown. You did great! I did not know you could fight so bravely. I saw a different and better version of you during the Rank Event. You even looked handsome with your natural hair color. I bet many female warriors are crushing on you." Selene tried to comfort Lance as well after hearing how disappointed he is for himself.

"Really?" Lance blushed at the compliment of Selene while scratching the back of his head and laughing at the same time.

Lance wanted to impress Selene during the Rank Event and show her his better version.

Georgie got choked at the sight of Lance suddenly becoming a bit better based on his blushing and laughing.

Only Georgie knew that Lance has feelings for Selene. And he prefers to keep it a secret as well or else it will be troublesome to play middleman between two friends.

"I am happy that my older brother made it in the Golden Crew despite the controversy behind it. But I am more delighted to know that there are 3 female warriors who were able to make it in the newly formed Golden Crew." Georgie telling everyone about his own thoughts regarding the recent Rank Event.

"Georgie is right. It is something to celebrate. Having 3 female warriors in the Golden Crew is inspiring for other female warriors as well. Being a woman or female warrior in this wolf pack surrounded by strong men is a tasking and difficult life to live in. If we will examine every important leading role in the community, men always dictate what women can do here because of their mate or because of the Alpha Prince…" explained by Selene in a serious manner.

"W-what do you mean?" Lance became curious while Scarlett knew exactly what Selene was trying to point out.

"In every wolf pack, women are always labeled in a supportive role. Being a woman is difficult in a wolf pack ran by proud and strong Alphas. They always dictate what a woman should and can do because of their fear to lose them or due to the mate bond…" Selene was still trying to continue her explanation but Lance interjected and interfered with her before finishing.

"THEY ARE JUST concern and care a lot. You can't blame us for being caring and loving towards the woman we care so much." Lance being defensive towards Selene's statement.

"You see, the role of women here in Golden Moon Pack only changed because the late Queen Esmeralda became the Alpha of this pack. If she did not become an Alpha of this pack, I doubt the role of women around here would have improved. Men still think that women's role is just to serve their needs, desire, and be a source of support system.

Do you think this is something that we as a woman should limit ourselves? If we do not follow what is expected of us, we will be labeled as a bad woman. So, I think it is time for women to take their stand and have a dream for themselves, not because it is something that will label them as a good woman or what others want for them. Being a woman means more than mere titles and roles. We mold the future you see. Without a woman what world do you think will we live in tomorrow?" further pointed out by Selene.

Everyone was so silent regarding Selene's realization and contemplated on its truth.

Scarlett looked at Selene with more admiration.

"That is why, I am happy that there are 3 female warriors in the Golden Crew which can inspire more female warriors to do better and aim higher. I think female warriors should not limit themselves to being only a medic in a squad. From this point on, a female warrior should aim in becoming more and achieve the best version of themselves." Selene declared to her friends

Chloe has been silent all throughout while they were having their lunch.

The rogue brothers even looked at Selene while trying to point at Chloe who is currently thinking too deep and seems to be not herself.

Then Selene nudged her friend as she tries to ask her if she has been well or if something is troubling her.

"Are you okay? Is something bothering you?" worriedly asked by Selene towards Chloe.

And then Chloe just started packing up her things while the rest are confused with her bizarre behavior.

"Sorry guys! I have to go. Kassandra is waiting for me in the hospital. I am not attending the afternoon class. I have a training session with her." Chloe excused herself from the others as she hurriedly left.

Everyone was wondering what kind of training session Chloe is having lately.

Chloe kept thinking of Kassandra's reminder.

*** Flashback with Kassandra ***

"King Viktor is not an ally, he is our enemy. We are only here to monitor Prince Alcyd and use him in the future as our leverage against him when the time comes." Kassandra informs Chloe.

"What? W-why are we even in their territory and helping them? If he is not an ally, why are we even friends with them?" Chloe becoming more confused.

"It is not easy to be a woman, Chloe. We are expected to act in such a way like as if we are programmed to toe the line. But three powerful witches decided to go against this tyrannical society that we live in where men dictate what women should do and how they should live their life. Your grandmother is one of those 3 powerful witches that made a historical change within the werewolf kingdom.

The system of having resident witches is not a sign of collaboration or support to Alpha werewolves. It was made in the true sense of monitoring the Alphas and making sure that they will be stopped once they become a threat to the innocent. This was a stand as a woman that being a woman will be a catalyst for a better future and a better change.

Unfortunately, your mother got trapped into King Viktor's mind games and has been enslaved into his control." Further explained by Kassandra to Chloe.

Chloe started crying as she finds out that her mother is alive.

"I thought all this time that my mother was dead."

"No, she is not and it is time for you to train yourself for the upcoming war. We will sneak in to the royal palace together and free your mother." Confidently declared by Kassandra.

*** End of Flashback ***

"I will free you, mother! Please wait for me." Chloe promised to herself while rushing down to the stairs. On her way to Kassandra for a training session.

A change in Chloe just happened. Will there be a standoff between her and the Alpha Prince or will she remain as an ally?

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