Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby

Chapter 210

Chapter 210: Front Office of the Academy

One by one, the seven cadets from the helicopter stepped through the gate. Eleanor and her companions followed last, unhurried. A burst of white brilliance engulfed her as she crossed the threshold, so intense that her instincts forced her eyes shut.

When she opened them again, she stood in a vast hall. At first glance it resembled the reception of a powerful corporation rather than anything one might call an academy office. Directly ahead stood three large desks in a line, each staffed by a strikingly beautiful woman. They were not the coquettish sort often placed at commercial lobbies, but middle-aged, dignified figures, radiating calm competence. Their white robes lent them an air at once pure and authoritative.

Floating above the desks hung three luminous signs: Reception, Help Desk, and Exchange.

To either side of the hall, neat rows of leather chairs provided seating. A handful of young people sat there reading quietly. The seven who had entered before Eleanor were already queuing before the reception desk.

"Step away from the gate. Make space for the next arrivals," came a firm voice from behind.

Eleanor realised she had stayed too long at the same place. She moved forward a few steps and glanced back. Behind her shimmered the door of white light, guarded on either side by two imposing men. They wore same type of robes like the women, but black in colour. Both of them radiated unmistakable draconic presence.

The light of the door rippled. Kiara stepped out, eyes searching. "Eleanor!" she called, hurrying over.

Moments later, Ophelia emerged. The three of them joined the end of the line at reception, falling into place naturally behind their fellow passengers.

Soon it was Eleanor’s turn. The receptionist before her gestured to a small scanner built into the desk. "Please look directly into the device."

Eleanor raised her eyes. The woman’s voice remained calm but carried authority. "Eleanor Elizabeth Raynor. Answer my questions using more than three words. Did you come to the academy of your own accord, or were you forced?"

Still staring into the scanner, Eleanor replied, "I came of my own accord."

"True," the woman said without hesitation. "Do you intend to obey the rules and regulations of the academy?"

"I intend to obey."

"True. Our most fundamental rule is this. You are forbidden to discuss the academy’s training with the outside world. Do you promise to uphold this?"

"I promise to obey this rule."

a thick, paperback volume. "This is the academy guide. Please read the first ten pages carefully. They outline the basic rules you must follow. Once you

to read the pages as instructed. Kiara and Ophelia soon underwent the same questioning, each receiving

"You don’t need to

Ophelia agreed instantly. "Alright."

"You cannot influence others. Every cadet must sign of their

let me rephrase. I have read the ten pages already, and I am satisfied. The terms are acceptable. May

the woman replied. "Every cadet signs

were to refuse a clause, or decline to sign at all, could I still

without hesitation. "No. Without the contract, there is no

its rules must apply equally to all. Kiara is my cousin, Ophelia is my subordinate. They follow my lead, as you can confirm if you

at once, "I have

"I follow my

softly, conceding. "Very well. Take your contracts. Read them carefully if you must. Then use a pin from the bowl to draw a drop of blood

Eleanor scanned hers quickly... nothing

the parchment flared. White light coursed across the page, consuming it until the entire sheet dissolved into countless shining motes. The sparks hovered a moment, then streamed upward, vanishing as though drawn to

off guard by the

bound to Lord Yggdrasil himself. When you sign, the pact is delivered

the others. "You two, please proceed

Ophelia’s document, scanned it quickly, and said, "No

already finished reading hers. Though not at Eleanor’s speed, she too could read with remarkable swiftness. As Ophelia

belongings? Nothing but your body may enter the academy, and we only store items already placed within

shook her head. "No.

glanced at Kiara and Ophelia; both returned

nodded. "Quite normal. Then please proceed to

the counter marked Exchange. The woman there greeted them with a courteous smile. "You require pouches, I

"Yes, please," Eleanor replied.

range from three hundred thousand to one million dollars each. If your funds are lacking, you may simply discard your clothing here.

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