Marked By The Alpha's Cursed Blue Moon
Chapter 26. First Strike

Chapter 26: 26. First Strike

"Where did you see them?" Victoria asked, her voice trembling.

"All of it’s true," Smith added quietly. "We all witnessed it."

"I collected the security footage," Bernard explained. "I just finished watching it upstairs. Mason’s telling the truth."

Suddenly, Smith looked up, his face full of guilt.

"I knew about all of this," he said slowly. "And I was tired of the life we were living..."

His words dropped like a bomb in the room, and all eyes turned to him in disbelief.

Everyone’s eyes remained locked on Smith after his last statement.

"What do you mean? Are you saying you helped them kill all our men?" Mason asked, fury tightening his voice.

Flashback

"All I need from you all is to get close enough to discover where they’re hiding," The Shadows instructed his men.

"But Boss, they’re heavily guarded. Getting close to them is suicidal. What if we’re caught and killed in the process?" one of the men asked, clearly frightened.

"I’ve studied them long enough to know—they operate with caution. They might interrogate you, but only if you don’t try anything clever," Shadows explained coolly.

"Each of your jackets has a tracker embedded. We’ll locate you wherever you are. So stay calm and let them arrest you if it comes to that," he added.

"I’ve reawakened the night fighting warriors. With them, we’ll fight invisibly—with unmatched power!" he said, breaking into a loud, mischievous laugh.

"He did mention the night fighting warriors," Smith said solemnly. "But I thought he was bluffing. We all believed they no longer existed."

Bernard stepped closer, glaring into Smith’s eyes. "How do we know you’re not still working for him? That everything you’re doing or saying now isn’t just part of their grand plan?"

Smith lifted his head, eyes clear. "I already told you—I was tired of the life we were living. I don’t care if I die now. I just don’t want to die still living that kind of life."

Beta Gilbert stepped forward, frowning. "What do you mean by that? What life are you talking about?"

"We killed for fun. We didn’t care about anyone or anything—only about making Shadows happy at any cost," Smith said bitterly.

"Enough of this," Bernard interrupted, his patience running thin. "What do you think Shadow’s next move will be?"

Smith looked up, sighed deeply. "He wants you to come to him. If you do, you’ll walk right into his trap. It’s all part of his plan."

"So I should sit back while he kills my men and make him feel like he’s winning?" Beta Gilbert thundered. "I don’t care who he is—I will find him and bring him down!"

Bernard clenched his fists, his mind racing. I have to act fast. We can’t keep going like this, he thought.

Luna Victoria turned to her husband. "Don’t you think it’s time we let the rest of the pack know?"

"Not yet," Beta Gilbert said calmly. "We don’t need more panic. Let’s understand what we’re facing and who exactly is behind it."

Bernard turned his gaze back to Smith. "You said you’re good with hacking and tech, right? From now on, you’ll be working for us."

Smith’s eyes lit up, a small smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. For the first time, he felt hope—hope for a better life, one without bloodshed.

***

It was a new day at the college. Maria and her friends sat in the classroom waiting for their next lecture.

The subject: Myths and Magic, taught by the ever-lively Professor Madison.

After ten minutes, the professor finally walked in, his signature smile lighting up his face.

"Good morning, class!" he greeted cheerfully.

"Good morning, Professor!" the class chorused back, everyone now attentive.

"Today in Myths and Magic, we’ll explore reincarnation and the powers of hidden forces," Professor Madison announced as he rolled up his sleeves and sat facing the class.

The moment he spoke, curiosity surged in the room. Everyone leaned in, eager to listen.

"There are forces that have existed—and still exist. Forces of nature, forces of attraction, and now, the hidden forces. These can be dark or good," he began.

"Each of us holds both forces, but one always becomes dominant. Today, we go deeper—beyond the physical—into the realm of spiritual hidden forces."

His words had everyone captivated.

"Do you know that we’ve all existed before? That we carry the power of duplication? That’s why people say they’ve seen you somewhere or say you look like someone they once knew. That’s where duplication and reincarnation intersect," he continued.

Just as the intrigue peaked, the bell rang—signaling the end of classes.

Many students sighed in disappointment, wishing the lecture could go on.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we’ll stop here for today. We’ll continue in the next class," the professor said, collecting his books and leaving the class with a smile.

Maria was gathering her things when she looked up and found James standing before her, smiling warmly.

Cassandra and Laura, noticing James, hugged Maria goodbye and quickly exited.

Within five minutes, only Maria and James were left in the room.

They stood silently, smiling at each other, eyes locked. The memory of their last kiss still vivid.

Without a word, they moved closer and began kissing again, the passion deeper this time.

Their touch became more intimate, and soon, they slipped away to a nearby storage room.

There, they gave in to the heat of the moment—making love with intensity and tenderness. It was Maria’s first time, and she felt something she never had before.

Afterward, she held James close, basking in his warmth. His touch was sweet and gentle. She stared into his eyes, feeling like she had found her safe haven.

James suggested she leave first, promising to follow shortly.

As she stepped out, Maria found the driver sent to pick her up, pacing anxiously near the classroom path.

She ran to him, relieved, and they left the school grounds together.

---

"Hello, ma’am," a masked woman said into her phone.

"You are to launch the first attack tomorrow. They’re confused right now, and they won’t see it coming. Make sure you leave no traces behind," the woman on the other end instructed.

"Yes, ma’am. My men and I have been waiting for this. We will not fail," the masked woman replied, her tone firm and ready for war...

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