The next morning, the sounds of the school grounds buzzed with activity as students hurried about, preparing for the day ahead. Alex walked beside William, still processing the events of the previous day. Every time he thought he had a grip on this strange new world, something else about it seemed to slip through his fingers, leaving him confused. Today felt different, though. There was something in the air—a subtle tension that he couldn’t quite pinpoint. He couldn’t ignore it.
He and William had been chatting in the tower after breakfast when the sharp knock at the door came. William exchanged a glance with Alex before standing up to answer it.
Nathan White, the Gamma of the pack, stepped in with his usual calm demeanor. His presence was imposing, but his voice carried no urgency.
“It’s time,” Nathan said simply, his gaze moving between the two. “Tanaka wants to speak to all of you. Gather outside.”
Alex blinked. “Now?”