In the conference room of the mansion of Prince Alcyd, whispers and discussion started to ensue.

After hearing from the Alpha Prince regarding the attack on the Midnight Pack and the intended mission for Prince Alcyd and his warriors, Selene struggled to comprehend and started to meltdown internally with her spirit wolf that they are about to visit the last place that Selene wanted to see.

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'This can't be happening! How can we refuse this mission? I cannot go back to that place and risk seeing my former mate. My heart cannot take to see that wretched place once more.' Selene could not help but express her disapproval and her thoughts with her spirit wolf.

'You have no choice! You cannot openly refuse or else you will incite suspicion to the rest. Our mate will definitely wonder why would refuse the mission. Remember, you already disclosed the fact that we were rejected once. It was a gentleman of him, not to badger us with questions after you revealed that part of you, accidentally!' advised by the spirit wolf of Selene.

'But … It is full of bad memories and I cannot go through that hell again.' Reasoned out by Selene to her spirit wolf.

'Why don't you just go over it? And try to mask your scent. Let us try our best avoiding any familiar faces. We cannot refuse this or else you will risk your connection with the Midnight Pack.

By the way, I do not want to celebrate their downfall or tragedy but I think karma is working its way for all the sufferings and maltreatment that you had to endure in your entire childhood. Midnight Pack got what it deserved!' Sylvia, the spirit wolf of Selene, shared her thoughts to Selene.

'Sylv, please let us not be happy on such bad news for others. I am more worried to have an encounter with familiar faces. How I wish we could find a way not to go?' Selene tells her spirit wolf regarding with her current dilemma.

'Look, as I said, you have no choice for this one! We have to go or else you will risk your secret to our mate. It will cause more trouble once he finds out that the current Alpha of Midnight Pack is the one who rejected you. Do you want a war between the two biggest wolf packs in the werewolf kingdom? At least we would be able to visit the tomb of your foster mother. We have not visited her after her burial. Just be positive and do our best in keeping ourselves out from any unnecessary attention.' The spirit wolf of Selene trying to weigh her options and telling her what would be the best thing to do.

Selene tried to contemplate on her spirit wolf's advice while the others are having a serious discussions about the information and news that Prince Alcyd disclosed to everyone.

Freddie, who had become a member of the newly formed Golden Crew, was able to notice the silence and serious look on Selene. He knew immediately after Prince Alcyd mentioned the news and information about the Midnight Pack, it will somehow stir something within Selene. He knows that Selene is trying to avoid the Midnight Pack and it is the former pack that Selene tried to avoid ever since they met her.

"Are you okay?" Freddie expressing his concern towards Selene.

"Thanks, I am okay!" Selene's reply while trying to tap Freddie's arm for reaffirmation.

The Alpha Prince saw the gesture of Selene and did not like what he saw but tried his best not to cause any commotion. He does not want his mate to get mad at him for being possessive towards her.

'Why would you allow our mate touch someone? And even have a physical contact with that rogue boy.' Kratos, the spirit wolf of Prince Alcyd, tries to push him to do something about their mate's action.

'Kratos, it is just a tap! Can you let it go? We have more important issues to think of and a simple tap should not be something that would bother us at this moment.' explained by Prince Alcyd to his spirit wolf which is currently agitated towards the closeness of Selene and Freddie.

'You call that tap, nothing? I cannot believe …' before Kratos could finish his last statement, Prince Alcyd shut him and shoved him in the depths of his mind so he could have more focus in regards to the current situation that they must prepare on.

"Alpha, do not worry yourself. This is the best thing we could do at the moment." Oliver tries to whisper to Prince Alcyd while the others are busy discussing with each other in regards to their opinion and curiosity about the current developments surrounding the werewolf kingdom.

Prince Alcyd heaved a deep sigh thinking about the first mission which includes Selene and the plans that they have to come up with.

*** Flashback before the meeting ***

In the main office of the mansion of Prince Alcyd.

"What do you mean about we should include Selene in the mission? This is a dangerous mission for her to be included in! I cannot risk her taking part in it! ARE YOU INSANE? Why would I let my mate join such a mission that will endanger her safety? Tell me, Oliver! Why should I?" Prince Alcyd scolding Oliver regarding the advice of including Selene in the mission.

'YES! TEEEELLL HIM!! I thought this blondie is your smartest Executive Officer but it looks like he is dumb after all.' Kratos, the spirit wolf of Prince Alcyd, suddenly fueling the anger of the Alpha Prince.

"Alpha, I know that it is risky but it is more risky to leave her here in the Golden Moon Pack with fewer Executive Officers to look after her. You have sent 3 of your strongest Executive Officers with Prince Ranku due to a dangerous mission. And now, you are compelled to do this mission for your father. So if we leave Selene here, there are no reliable warriors to look after her.

Lastly, the others are starting to notice your sudden attention towards Selene…" Oliver tries to explain himself to Prince Alcyd but the Alpha Prince interrupted his explanation.

"What you mean, sudden attention? I am discreet with my actions towards her." Prince Alcyd having defensive tone towards Oliver's argument.

"No, you are not being discreet, Alpha! Others are starting to notice the way you look at Selene. The way you suddenly behave when she is around. Your sudden concern for her which surprises others like Kassandra. You are the one blowing up our cover up on her identity as your mate. Thus, this mission is the best way to…

[1] Protect her. Since she will be near you and we can easily provide her the best protection through the best warriors being around her. Including yourself. And you will worry less because she will be around you.

[2] We can diffuse the suspicion of others regarding your relation or connection with her. It will dispel any rumors that both of you may have romantic relationship that will put her even more in danger.

[3] Lastly, we can accomplish your father's mission for you with the best warriors around.

I hope you understand my point, Alpha! I will not be your best strategist if I have not considered all variables and so far, this is the best plan I could come up with." Oliver trying to convince Prince Alcyd.

A long silence …

Then Prince Alcyd covered his face with his palm trying to shake off his frustration and ponder on Oliver's recommendation.

*** End of Flashback ***

"I want everyone to prepare for the mission. Is it understood?" Prince Alcyd commanded everyone.

Altogether, everyone replied in resonance, "Yes, Alpha!"

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Somewhere in a faraway forest,

Lucas waiting for someone important as he stood by the sturdy trunk of a huge tree.

Then a silhouette of a familiar individual that Lucas has been waiting.

"Finally, I have been waiting for you, Queen Titania!"

"Forgive me for my tardiness! I had some important matters to deal with." Queen Titania explained herself.

"So... Is it true? You have intel about my younger sister." Curiously asked by Lucas.

"Yes, and I am hoping you would join me in meeting this friend of mine. I received a message from a friend that she knows where to find your sister." Queen Titania's reply to Lucas query.

"Then, what are we waiting for? Let us meet your friend already!" Lucas ecstatically requested the queen of fairies.

"We will! Be patient, I already arranged a meeting with Magdeline. We plan to meet tomorrow."

Queen Titania reassuring Lucas.

A hope tinkered within Lucas…

Longing for his younger sister and desire to finally reunite with her…