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A couple of weeks after Zant's mysterious death, there was nothing the police force could do but to put it as case closed. Despite how much investigation and theories were made, the police still could not find the cause of death.
However, this could not be said for the shifters. According to Paccia, after she had discreetly sneaked into the crime scene and investigated the body trace, she reported that there was indeed black magic being played in the killing. She wasn't sure what the spell was but she concluded that it was a warlock's spell.
Lachlan was baffled at the revelation. He did suspect that Zant was a warlock but usually, warlocks do not attack each other. So, how can a warlock kill his own people? It was then he further confirmed his suspicions. Zant was under someone's commands. And because he failed in his mission, he was deemed as a failure and was killed. But who? Paccia had told him that the people who had supported Zant during the elections were actually under his Mesmerising spell. And even though he had died and the spell was broken, these people still support him.
She further reported that the warlock who had killed Zant was smart as he did not leave any traces behind, other than the black powder. Though, she did surmise that the black powder was probably Zant's soul that has been burned within.
So, all Lachlan could do was to order the police force to be more alert and his packmates to be more vigilant. As for the mayor, seeing how Hilliard was now healthy as a horse, he has returned to the office, resuming his duties as the mayor once again. This was a relief for Lachlan as he did not have to be on guard at all times when it comes to city works. At most, he only kept a lookout for Hilliard, to ensure there were no danger surrounding him.
Lachlan frustratingly ran a hand through his hair as he read the report that was handed to him that morning. On his table, there were more stacks of papers piled up in front of him. It seems like it will be another night in the office again. Ever since Zant's death, he was swamped with lots of workload, much to his frustration. It has been awhile since he was in Luella's arms. He really missed his mate.
At school, it was early afternoon after lunch when everyone in the football team and their coaches had gathered around a bus, getting ready to depart. The cheerleaders and their coach were also there, boarding the other bus. They were going to Port Robston Bay for their first playoff match against the local highschool team there. Since the match would start in the late afternoon, around four thirty, they had to depart early to not be late.
Amber and her other classmates were going there as well in another car. It was fortunate that Dana has a driving license so she borrowed her parents' car to drive them there. Jeayan was with them too. Although it would be much faster for her to shift into Chiwa but she doesn't want to risk exposure. And her Alpha would forbid her, anyway.
The journey to Port Robston Bay took almost two hours of travel time.
When they finally arrived in town, they immediately headed straight for the school's football field, passing by the residential areas and other buildings. The town itself was actually big, more or less the same as the size of Burkendall town. And the school itself wasn't that far from the city centre too.
Since it wasn't their first time going to Port Robston Bay, the travelling was kind of swift without any problems. And when they finally reached the school field, the parking lot was nearly full. It was as if nearly the whole town was there to watch the game. The bus first dropped the players, the coaches and cheerleaders near the visitors' locker areas, where the Port Robston Bay coach was waiting to welcome them.
Amber and the others had to look for a parking spot before heading for the football field.
Erick and his other teammates were busy unloading their stuff from the bus while their coaches talked with the Port Robston Bay coach. While they were unloading, a familiar young man came and approached them.
Smelling that familiar scent, Erick's nose wrinkled and he looked up to see Bastian's grinning face.
Bastian was about to slap him on the back but Erick had already grabbed his wrist before the slap could descend. Bastian c.o.c.ked an eyebrow and commented, "Looks like someone is getting faster."
Erick just narrowed his eyes.
Bastian too narrowed his eyes as he studied the young shifter in front of him from top to bottom. "Seems like you've changed. Did something happen?" he asked curiously.
Erick stared at him without answering.
Hoisting his duffel bag on his shoulder, Hamish placed his hand on Erick's shoulder and said, "Some of your stuff is still inside the bus," thumbing over his shoulder.
Erick nodded and turned back to grab his stuff.
Bastian frowned. "What's with him?" he asked Hamish.
Hamish shrugged. "He's always like that before the game," he replied.
Bastian was stunned at first and then he laughed out loud. "He's that excited that he couldn't say anything?" he said, still laughing.
Erick just ignored him as he walked past to head over to the locker rooms.
Bastian was about to tease him more when his coach called him to stop joking around and returned back to the locker rooms. He playfully pouted and returned before his coach scolded him.
While the football players were in the locker rooms, getting ready for the game. The cheerleaders, on the other hand, went straight for the visitors' bleachers at the sitting area, where they themselves were preparing for their cheers. Their cheerleading coach was helping them stretch and warming up.
Amber and the others had finally arrived at the football field area where they immediately sat at the visitors' bleachers. The surroundings were noisy as there were people talking and shouting here and there. Although there weren't many people at the visitors' bleachers, the enthusiasm and the excitement does not fall pale against the home team audience.
It was Amber's first time watching Erick playing in an official game so she was kind of excited. In fact, it was her first time watching a game in real life. Before moving to Burkendall town, she was quite a homebody. It was not because she doesn't have any friends to go with. It was most likely that she wasn't a sports fan. She only came here because Erick was playing.
Zoe was standing beside the playing area, together with her fellow cheerleaders. Seeing as she was one of the head cheerleaders, she was busy helping her friends with the preparation of their moves and cheers.
Ever since Zoe had dated Dex, whom Amber heard was Erick's cousin, she hardly pesters them two. In fact, it seems like she really likes Dex.
But knowing Erick was a shifter, Amber guessed Dex must be a shifter too. She wondered whether Zoe knew that as well. She inwardly shrugged to herself. It's not really her business, anyway.
There was less than thirty minutes left before the start of the game. The noise from both bleachers hasn't lessened one bit. In fact, it became more loud as excitement in each person began to build up. There were also people walking around, selling drinks and hot dogs.
While Amber and the others waited for the game to start, Zoe and her fellow cheerleaders started cheering, hyping out the crowd.
Seeing that the Burkendall cheerleaders had started on their cheers, the Port Robson Bay cheerleaders did not want to lose to them so they too started on their cheers. The battle of the most happening cheers started, making the audience more hyped and enthusiastic.
Soon after, everyone became quiet when one of the highschool football association members came, standing in the middle of the football field, together with the principal of the Port Robson Bay and other staff. In the opening match, they started off with the school national anthem and then the association member began to give out his speech. After he was done talking, he clapped, announcing the start of the game.
The playoffs have started!
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A couple of weeks after Zant's mysterious death, there was nothing the police force could do but to put it as case closed. Despite how much investigation and theories were made, the police still could not find the cause of death.
However, this could not be said for the shifters. According to Paccia, after she had discreetly sneaked into the crime scene and investigated the body trace, she reported that there was indeed black magic being played in the killing. She wasn't sure what the spell was but she concluded that it was a warlock's spell.
Lachlan was baffled at the revelation. He did suspect that Zant was a warlock but usually, warlocks do not attack each other. So, how can a warlock kill his own people? It was then he further confirmed his suspicions. Zant was under someone's commands. And because he failed in his mission, he was deemed as a failure and was killed. But who? Paccia had told him that the people who had supported Zant during the elections were actually under his Mesmerising spell. And even though he had died and the spell was broken, these people still support him.
She further reported that the warlock who had killed Zant was smart as he did not leave any traces behind, other than the black powder. Though, she did surmise that the black powder was probably Zant's soul that has been burned within.
So, all Lachlan could do was to order the police force to be more alert and his packmates to be more vigilant. As for the mayor, seeing how Hilliard was now healthy as a horse, he has returned to the office, resuming his duties as the mayor once again. This was a relief for Lachlan as he did not have to be on guard at all times when it comes to city works. At most, he only kept a lookout for Hilliard, to ensure there were no danger surrounding him.
Lachlan frustratingly ran a hand through his hair as he read the report that was handed to him that morning. On his table, there were more stacks of papers piled up in front of him. It seems like it will be another night in the office again. Ever since Zant's death, he was swamped with lots of workload, much to his frustration. It has been awhile since he was in Luella's arms. He really missed his mate.
At school, it was early afternoon after lunch when everyone in the football team and their coaches had gathered around a bus, getting ready to depart. The cheerleaders and their coach were also there, boarding the other bus. They were going to Port Robston Bay for their first playoff match against the local highschool team there. Since the match would start in the late afternoon, around four thirty, they had to depart early to not be late.
Amber and her other classmates were going there as well in another car. It was fortunate that Dana has a driving license so she borrowed her parents' car to drive them there. Jeayan was with them too. Although it would be much faster for her to shift into Chiwa but she doesn't want to risk exposure. And her Alpha would forbid her, anyway.
The journey to Port Robston Bay took almost two hours of travel time.
When they finally arrived in town, they immediately headed straight for the school's football field, passing by the residential areas and other buildings. The town itself was actually big, more or less the same as the size of Burkendall town. And the school itself wasn't that far from the city centre too.
Since it wasn't their first time going to Port Robston Bay, the travelling was kind of swift without any problems. And when they finally reached the school field, the parking lot was nearly full. It was as if nearly the whole town was there to watch the game. The bus first dropped the players, the coaches and cheerleaders near the visitors' locker areas, where the Port Robston Bay coach was waiting to welcome them.
Amber and the others had to look for a parking spot before heading for the football field.
Erick and his other teammates were busy unloading their stuff from the bus while their coaches talked with the Port Robston Bay coach. While they were unloading, a familiar young man came and approached them.
Smelling that familiar scent, Erick's nose wrinkled and he looked up to see Bastian's grinning face.
Bastian was about to slap him on the back but Erick had already grabbed his wrist before the slap could descend. Bastian c.o.c.ked an eyebrow and commented, "Looks like someone is getting faster."
Erick just narrowed his eyes.
Bastian too narrowed his eyes as he studied the young shifter in front of him from top to bottom. "Seems like you've changed. Did something happen?" he asked curiously.
Erick stared at him without answering.
Hoisting his duffel bag on his shoulder, Hamish placed his hand on Erick's shoulder and said, "Some of your stuff is still inside the bus," thumbing over his shoulder.
Erick nodded and turned back to grab his stuff.
Bastian frowned. "What's with him?" he asked Hamish.
Hamish shrugged. "He's always like that before the game," he replied.
Bastian was stunned at first and then he laughed out loud. "He's that excited that he couldn't say anything?" he said, still laughing.
Erick just ignored him as he walked past to head over to the locker rooms.
Bastian was about to tease him more when his coach called him to stop joking around and returned back to the locker rooms. He playfully pouted and returned before his coach scolded him.
While the football players were in the locker rooms, getting ready for the game. The cheerleaders, on the other hand, went straight for the visitors' bleachers at the sitting area, where they themselves were preparing for their cheers. Their cheerleading coach was helping them stretch and warming up.
Amber and the others had finally arrived at the football field area where they immediately sat at the visitors' bleachers. The surroundings were noisy as there were people talking and shouting here and there. Although there weren't many people at the visitors' bleachers, the enthusiasm and the excitement does not fall pale against the home team audience.
It was Amber's first time watching Erick playing in an official game so she was kind of excited. In fact, it was her first time watching a game in real life. Before moving to Burkendall town, she was quite a homebody. It was not because she doesn't have any friends to go with. It was most likely that she wasn't a sports fan. She only came here because Erick was playing.
Zoe was standing beside the playing area, together with her fellow cheerleaders. Seeing as she was one of the head cheerleaders, she was busy helping her friends with the preparation of their moves and cheers.
Ever since Zoe had dated Dex, whom Amber heard was Erick's cousin, she hardly pesters them two. In fact, it seems like she really likes Dex.
But knowing Erick was a shifter, Amber guessed Dex must be a shifter too. She wondered whether Zoe knew that as well. She inwardly shrugged to herself. It's not really her business, anyway.
There was less than thirty minutes left before the start of the game. The noise from both bleachers hasn't lessened one bit. In fact, it became more loud as excitement in each person began to build up. There were also people walking around, selling drinks and hot dogs.
While Amber and the others waited for the game to start, Zoe and her fellow cheerleaders started cheering, hyping out the crowd.
Seeing that the Burkendall cheerleaders had started on their cheers, the Port Robson Bay cheerleaders did not want to lose to them so they too started on their cheers. The battle of the most happening cheers started, making the audience more hyped and enthusiastic.
Soon after, everyone became quiet when one of the highschool football association members came, standing in the middle of the football field, together with the principal of the Port Robson Bay and other staff. In the opening match, they started off with the school national anthem and then the association member began to give out his speech. After he was done talking, he clapped, announcing the start of the game.
The playoffs have started!
A couple of weeks after Zant's mysterious death, there was nothing the police force could do but to put it as case closed. Despite how much investigation and theories were made, the police still could not find the cause of death. However, this could not be said for the shifters. According to Paccia, after she had discreetly sneaked into the crime scene and investigated the body trace, she reported that there was indeed black magic being played in the killing. She wasn't sure what the spell was but she concluded that it was a warlock's spell. Lachlan was baffled at the revelation. He did suspect that Zant was a warlock but usually, warlocks do not attack each other. So, how can a warlock kill his own people? It was then he further confirmed his suspicions. Zant was under someone's commands. And because he failed in his mission, he was deemed as a failure and was killed. But who? Paccia had told him that the people who had supported Zant during the elections were actually under his Mesmerising spell. And even though he had died and the spell was broken, these people still support him. She further reported that the warlock who had killed Zant was smart as he did not leave any traces behind, other than the black powder. Though, she did surmise that the black powder was probably Zant's soul that has been burned within. So, all Lachlan could do was to order the police force to be more alert and his packmates to be more vigilant. As for the mayor, seeing how Hilliard was now healthy as a horse, he has returned to the office, resuming his duties as the mayor once again. This was a relief for Lachlan as he did not have to be on guard at all times when it comes to city works. At most, he only kept a lookout for Hilliard, to ensure there were no danger surrounding him. Lachlan frustratingly ran a hand through his hair as he read the report that was handed to him that morning. On his table, there were more stacks of papers piled up in front of him. It seems like it will be another night in the office again. Ever since Zant's death, he was swamped with lots of workload, much to his frustration. It has been awhile since he was in Luella's arms. He really missed his mate. At school, it was early afternoon after lunch when everyone in the football team and their coaches had gathered around a bus, getting ready to depart. The cheerleaders and their coach were also there, boarding the other bus. They were going to Port Robston Bay for their first playoff match against the local highschool team there. Since the match would start in the late afternoon, around four thirty, they had to depart early to not be late. Amber and her other classmates were going there as well in another car. It was fortunate that Dana has a driving license so she borrowed her parents' car to drive them there. Jeayan was with them too. Although it would be much faster for her to shift into Chiwa but she doesn't want to risk exposure. And her Alpha would forbid her, anyway. The journey to Port Robston Bay took almost two hours of travel time. When they finally arrived in town, they immediately headed straight for the school's football field, passing by the residential areas and other buildings. The town itself was actually big, more or less the same as the size of Burkendall town. And the school itself wasn't that far from the city centre too. Since it wasn't their first time going to Port Robston Bay, the travelling was kind of swift without any problems. And when they finally reached the school field, the parking lot was nearly full. It was as if nearly the whole town was there to watch the game. The bus first dropped the players, the coaches and cheerleaders near the visitors' locker areas, where the Port Robston Bay coach was waiting to welcome them. Amber and the others had to look for a parking spot before heading for the football field. Erick and his other teammates were busy unloading their stuff from the bus while their coaches talked with the Port Robston Bay coach. While they were unloading, a familiar young man came and approached them. Smelling that familiar scent, Erick's nose wrinkled and he looked up to see Bastian's grinning face. Bastian was about to slap him on the back but Erick had already grabbed his wrist before the slap could descend. Bastian c.o.c.ked an eyebrow and commented, "Looks like someone is getting faster." Erick just narrowed his eyes. Bastian too narrowed his eyes as he studied the young shifter in front of him from top to bottom. "Seems like you've changed. Did something happen?" he asked curiously. Erick stared at him without answering. Hoisting his duffel bag on his shoulder, Hamish placed his hand on Erick's shoulder and said, "Some of your stuff is still inside the bus," thumbing over his shoulder. Erick nodded and turned back to grab his stuff. Bastian frowned. "What's with him?" he asked Hamish. Hamish shrugged. "He's always like that before the game," he replied. Bastian was stunned at first and then he laughed out loud. "He's that excited that he couldn't say anything?" he said, still laughing. Erick just ignored him as he walked past to head over to the locker rooms. Bastian was about to tease him more when his coach called him to stop joking around and returned back to the locker rooms. He playfully pouted and returned before his coach scolded him. While the football players were in the locker rooms, getting ready for the game. The cheerleaders, on the other hand, went straight for the visitors' bleachers at the sitting area, where they themselves were preparing for their cheers. Their cheerleading coach was helping them stretch and warming up. Amber and the others had finally arrived at the football field area where they immediately sat at the visitors' bleachers. The surroundings were noisy as there were people talking and shouting here and there. Although there weren't many people at the visitors' bleachers, the enthusiasm and the excitement does not fall pale against the home team audience. It was Amber's first time watching Erick playing in an official game so she was kind of excited. In fact, it was her first time watching a game in real life. Before moving to Burkendall town, she was quite a homebody. It was not because she doesn't have any friends to go with. It was most likely that she wasn't a sports fan. She only came here because Erick was playing. Zoe was standing beside the playing area, together with her fellow cheerleaders. Seeing as she was one of the head cheerleaders, she was busy helping her friends with the preparation of their moves and cheers. Ever since Zoe had dated Dex, whom Amber heard was Erick's cousin, she hardly pesters them two. In fact, it seems like she really likes Dex. But knowing Erick was a shifter, Amber guessed Dex must be a shifter too. She wondered whether Zoe knew that as well. She inwardly shrugged to herself. It's not really her business, anyway. There was less than thirty minutes left before the start of the game. The noise from both bleachers hasn't lessened one bit. In fact, it became more loud as excitement in each person began to build up. There were also people walking around, selling drinks and hot dogs. While Amber and the others waited for the game to start, Zoe and her fellow cheerleaders started cheering, hyping out the crowd. Seeing that the Burkendall cheerleaders had started on their cheers, the Port Robson Bay cheerleaders did not want to lose to them so they too started on their cheers. The battle of the most happening cheers started, making the audience more hyped and enthusiastic. Soon after, everyone became quiet when one of the highschool football association members came, standing in the middle of the football field, together with the principal of the Port Robson Bay and other staff. In the opening match, they started off with the school national anthem and then the association member began to give out his speech. After he was done talking, he clapped, announcing the start of the game. The playoffs have started!
