Defy The Alpha(s)

Chapter 357: Time To Tango

Griffin was in charge of the program's order, so Violet knew exactly when Elsie Lancaster would be hosting the memory reel. Everyone was seated now, even Asher had found his way back just in time with Nancy. Her mother joined her friends at a table just beside theirs.

Violet subtly questioned Daisy with her eyes if everything was ready and the girl nodded in affirmation.

Good. It was time to tango.

Let the fun begin.

The lights dimmed slightly and a soft spotlight bathed the stage in front till

Elsie's red gown practically shimmered. She was the picture of elegance and control.

"I can't tell you how much of an honor it is to have you all here tonight and to be the one given the privilege of showcasing our elegant institution, Lunaris Academy," Elsie continued after everyone had settled down, her voice soft and sweet, oozing grace and polish. It was the kind of tone that charmed parents and masked poison.

She continued. "Lunaris Academy is more than a school. It is history. It is legacy. A stronghold that stood tall during the darkest of times. A safe haven for werewolves during the great war. And it was from those ashes that we rose united."

There were murmurs of agreement across the room. Elsie Lancaster was playing to her audience. She always did.Violet had to give her that for a talent.

"And then came the time of the late Alpha King Angus…" Elsie's tone softened, almost reverent. "Who, in his wisdom and unmatched vision for unity, birthed the humans into the system. Humans who never thought they would share the same system of education with werewolves. Goddess bless his soul."

At that moment, heads turned subtly in the direction of Michah, who sat in a quiet corner of the hall. The soft buzz of conversation dipped as people were reminded, once again that he carried royal blood.

Elsie pressed on.

"It was because of his vision that the Conscription began. Welcoming not just humans of high blood but also those from the outskirts. Those who had never dreamed of a place like this. Humans from less privileged districts."

Although Elsie didn't outright insult anyone, the disdain and polished arrogance in her tone rang clear. Especially as her eyes locked deliberately with Violet's.

Violet didn't flinch. She just smirked, cocking her head slightly, like a queen watching a jester dance.

Let the girl play. It won't be long now.

back. "This short video presentation will show us how far Lunaris Academy has come. How much it has contributed to the unification of werewolves and humans, not just here in the

to the large screen behind her with a bright smile and a graceful

The lights dimmed.

the reel

glass of wine and sipped

about to

royal tune that made everyone sit straighter. Elsie's syrupy sweet voice

has stood proud. A sanctuary, a beacon of excellence even

the school look like a palace in the clouds. Students, parents, staff, and reporters watched like it

the screen, the

low murmurs around the room as all

the words in

YOU KNOW

What the fuck? This was not what

the upbeat royal fanfare was replaced with deep, cinematic drums. The next frame was grainy but everyone saw Asher Nightshade, in

the words, "NO RESTRAINT"

point, the murmurs had picked

with no mercy and it was of Griffin mid-shift into his beast form, roaring

UNCONTROLLABLE

gasps now. Someone dropped their

is going on?" Elsie hissed under her breath. She had no idea where this

it didn't

scene was of Roman Draven,

choked

slammed across

again and this time, it was Violet. It was the popular

Alaric, their lips locked and hands tangled in

THIS LOVE

as thunder boomed overhead. The sky opened and rain poured

it was Griffin again. This time,