Chapter 204
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Lance considered Cedric his lucky star. The idea of treating Cedric poorly was laughable; if anything, Lance was more likely to spoil him rotten.
Perhaps it was fate.
A fleeting glance had drawn him to Cedric, though, initially he’d only sensed a resemblance, nothing more.
After all, following the massacre of the Frostfang Pack, Adelaide had been the sole survivor.
Yet Lance had been inexplicably certain it was Cedric and had pursued him without hesitation.
Despite losing him in the chaos, Lance had eventually brought him back.
He liked to think Airella might have regretted her past decision, choosing to bless his relationship with
Adelaide instead.
That was a comforting thought. There was still a knot in his heart over Airella choosing Ulrik over him.
He believed he was in no way inferior to Ulrik. Setting aside status, his combat skills and character were superior.
As for looks and physique, Alpha Lance simply didn’t care.
Glancing at Adelaide again, he put down his coffee cup and said, “I should head back to the Royal Court. Just started, so plenty of handover tasks. I’ll visit Cedric after work tomorrow.”
Adelaide stood. “Alright, let me see you out.”
Lance’s lips curled into a smile, his eyes bright as he softly agreed, “Alright!”
As they strolled out, she noticed his light attire and reminded him, “It’s getting chilly. Put on more clothes.”
“Will do. You too, take care,” he responded, her concern warming him. It turned out having someone who cared about his well–being felt this good.
After she’d mated with someone else, he’d felt like a lone wolf.
But now his heart was always filled with sweetness. The loneliness was gone, and in his free time, all he wanted was to be with the Frostfang Pack.
He wished to give her the best the world had to offer, to make up for the hurt she’d endured.
The next day, when Cedric woke up, the pain was still there but had lessened considerably from the bone- resetting agony.
While enduring the pain, he forced smiles to reassure Adelaide and the Thunder Pack members.
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His strong front was heart–rending.
Despite this, throat treatment continued. Galvin said it couldn’t stop.
No throat treatment had been done during yesterday’s bone–setting, but it was carried out today.
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Especially since yesterday’s painful cry had a significant effect. Both Digby and Galvin believed the toxins in his body were dissipating faster than expected.
Moreover, the addiction to soul grass hadn’t relapsed, surprising Digby.
After all, even adult werewolves needed over six months to quit soul grass. Yet here was a seven–year–old child displaying such strong willpower.
Privately, Digby said to Galvin, “The Frostfang Pack indeed has no weaklings. Admirable.”
Galvin wholeheartedly agreed.
During Cedric’s treatment, he’d developed deep affection for the boy, treating him like his own son.
He felt both heartache and admiration for him and naturally wished for his swift recovery.
While Cedric recuperated, Adelaide went nowhere.
She had Beta Valentine turn away numerous visitors, except for her cousin Melinda and her mate, Dwight Santos.
Dwight was handsome and carried an air of arrogance.
After all, as the son of the Alpha of the Soulrend Pack and a young elite, he had every right to be arrogant.
His status became even more prestigious after mating with Melinda.
At twenty–three, Dwight had reached heights many never achieve in their lifetime.
Thus, he could afford to be arrogant.
He even looked down on Adelaide.
His evaluation of Adelaide was somewhat fair–good family background, striking appearance, strong combat skills, and decorated with battle merits. Such she–wolves were rare.
However, she was also one of the few who dissolved a mating bond only to form a new one shortly after.
He believed a she–wolf should be loyal to one partner for life.
Dissolving the bond once was a mistake; doing so again was compounding it.
His gaze toward Adelaide openly conveyed his disapproval.
Had it not been for Melinda, Adelaide would have paid no heed to his attitude or his discontent.
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However , Dwight made no effort to mask his disapproval of Adelaide.
After Adelaide and Melinda discussed Cedric’s situation, he actually said, “Miss Davidson, aren’t you concerned that Cedric will struggle to stand on his own in the future? It might be better to have the Thunder Wolf Pack raise him.”
Adelaide was taken aback, thinking he referred to Cedric staying with the Blackthorn Pack.
She patiently explained, “Since Alpha Lance rescued him and dotes on him, planning to personally raise him, Cedric is happy to stay. As his aunt, having him live with me in the Blackthorn Pack isn’t being a burden. How could he struggle?”
Dwight cast a faint glance at her and said, “That’s not what I’m referring to. It’s a blessing for him to be raised by Alpha Lance. I’m talking about how your dissolved mating bond and new one affect your family’s reputation. Even if Cedric inherits the Frostfang Pack’s Alpha position, he’ll bear a stigma. People’s perceptions will look down on him.”
Melinda gently admonished, “Dwight, don’t be disrespectful.”
Dwight retorted, “If you still consider her your family, then the truth must be spoken. Truth is often harsh. I wonder if Miss Davidson can stomach it.”
Adelaide smiled and said, “If it’s the truth, of course I can take it. But may I ask, what exactly are ‘people’s perceptions “ ? ”