Chapter 26 

Chapter 26 

Nora offered a polite nod. “We all work hard to keep things running smoothly. It’s a team effort.” 

Megan’s smile widened as she surveyed her surroundings, though her sharp eyes occasionally darted to Nora, her gaze assessing everything from her clothes to her posture. 

If she was sizing Nora up, she was careful not to show it openly. 

After brief introductions with BETA Cody, the small talk began. 

Megan’s voice was 

ice was animated as she dove into stories about her time in college, her social life, and, inevitably, her admirers. 

“You wouldn’t believe how many men tried to catch my attention,” Megan said with a casual flick of her wrist, her bracelets jingling softly. 

“But, honestly, none of them w 

were worth the trouble. I’m very selective.” 

Nora smiled politely, her patience wearing thin 

She decided to steer the conversation back to work. 

“Megan, patrolling the border isn’t like managing social circles. It’s physically demanding and often unpredictable. Are you sure you’re ready for this 

role 

Megan’s laugh was light and unbothered, 

“Ol. I’m sure, Challenges don’t scare me. Besides,” she added with a conspiratorial wink, “I hear the scenery is lovely. Who wouldn’t want an excuse to spend more time outdoors?” 

Nora raised an eyebrow, unconvinced 

As Cody wrapped up his part of the briefing and excused himself, Megan leaned closer to Nora, lowering her voice. 

“By the way, have you seen Alpha Arnold today? 

Nora tilted her head, surprised by the sudden shift. “Yes, I have. Why d do you ask? 

Megans expression turned dreamy. “I’ve heard he’s incredibly handsome. I was hoping to meet him, but he wasn’t in the office earlier.” 

hura suppressed i ugh. Another one enchanted by Arnold’s reputation, she thought. 

“Arnold’s schedule is unpredictable. As Alpha, he’s always on the move, and his work takes him all over the pack. 

Megan looked disappointed but quickly recovered. “Well, I suppose I’ll run into him eventually 

They worked thưrmagh the morning. Megan occasionally commenting on the “quaint charm of the facilities or asking Nora questions about the pack’s 

Al luurbtine. they headed to a nearby r 

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The restau 

but cry, with the hum of cantal conversation filling the air 

spot tensed kay Lar andijance 

slie conddert resist mentioning how it compared to her favorite high end bistros. 

ntiqued chatting about fastuun trends, Not a thugs wandered to Alex 

Meganisired 

“My son Nora replied, 

Megan’s eyes widened in surprise. “You have a son? You don’t look like you could have a child- 

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Nora smiled faintly, used to the reaction. “He’s at training today. I just want to see how he’s doing.” 

Megan nodded, but her curiosity was evident as she observed Nora 

Meanwhile, at the training grounds. Alex sat cross legged on a beach, holding a video call with Linda. 

His face lit up as he animatedly described his day. 

Arnold sat nearby, his presence quiet but commanding, while Linda listened with her usual warmth. 

“My teacher’s so strict,” Alex complained, though a mischievous grin tugged at his lips. “He’s making me work harder than everyone else.” 

ip when you’re done, and we’ll celebrate.” 

Linda chuckled “That’s because he sees your potential. You’re doing great. Alex. I’ll pick you up 

Alex beamed, holding up the badge pinned to his shirt 

“Look at this! Isn’t it cool? The other wolves are so jealous!” 

Linda leaned closer to the screen, her expression genuine. 

“It looks perfe 

on you. I’m proud of you.” 

Arnold nodded approvingly, his silence adding weight to Linda’s words, 

As the conversation continued. Alex noticed a call notification from Nora. His smile faltered. 

Why as she calling now? he thought. His mind flashed back to that morning when Nora had seemed more concerned about Brian than him. Does sho 

me as much anymore? 

| then, be i 

sembered the bedtime story she had read to him months ago about parents‘ unconditional love. 

“In every mom’s heart, her child is unique and irreplaceable,” the story had said. When he’d asked her if it was true, Nora had assured him it was. 

That memory brought him comfort. Mom would never stop loving me. 

Reassured, 

listrassed her call, focusing instead on the cheerful atmosphere of his conversation with Linda and Arnold. 

Lick at the restaurant. Nora frowned at her phone. 

call had gune unanswered, and her concern deepened. 

thung’s wrong? She dialed the head of training- 

ainer said. “He on call with has father and another woman. Hold on, I’ll check in with him.” 

Nora sighed, purting the phon 

plone down. Megan’s curious gaze met hers. 

“Everything okay?” Megali asked. 

“Tes.” Nuca replied, though her vo 

voice betrayed her lugering worry “Just making sure he’s adjusting 

to the new routine. 

Megan i laps cursed udu a slysande. Youre a good on Though I must admit I cant unge juggling this job and raising a child,” 

rescrupned with Alex.