<h4>Chapter 194: Only Taros Can Fix</h4>


    The evening breeze brushed against his face, his face glowed with a beautiful smile. His mood was different tonight, and his pack members could sense it. They whispered among themselves, wondering what or who could have made their Alpha happy. He made sureughter and music filled the air. He wanted the night to be light for them. There was food, there were drinks, and enough space for everyone to join the games and fun.


    Some of the students hade to him earlier, asking, "What are we celebrating, Alpha?" He had only given them a smile and said it was for good days.


    He wished he could tell them the truth, but silence was the only way to keep Ang safe. That secret weighed on him more than the bottle of vodka in his hand. He took another sip, but the sound of a car pulling up at the dormitory gate made his heart still. He knew that car. He knew who it belonged to.


    His lips curved in a bitter smile. "I was having a good day. Why did she have to show up now?" he muttered, rolling his eyes before passing the bottle to Samuel. He stepped away from the crowd and walked toward the car. When she stepped out, his tone was sharp. "What are you doing here?"


    Principal Valois’s eyes narrowed, her voice already edged with anger. "Why is everyone irritating me with that question? For heaven’s sake, I am the principal of this academy. I don’t need anyone telling me where I can or cannot go."


    Her harsh tone did not surprise Renn. He gave a slight nod. "Sorry for asking. Do you need my help, ma?"


    She sighed, her steps carrying her closer until she stood in front of him. "Go inside and bring me the girl. I am already angry, Renn. Don’t make it worse."


    His brows drew together. "What girl?"


    "Renn, son, not tonight," she said, her voice firm. "Go and bring me Ang. I don’t want a repeat of what you pulled today."


    He stared at her in disbelief. "I don’t know what you’re talking about, but Ang isn’t inside. She left before you came."


    Her eyes widened at his boldness, shocked he did not even try to deny it. She almost wished he had lied. "You took her from the hall and lied to the—"


    "What’s so wrong with lying?" Renn cut her off. "You’ve lied to so many people already. Why should I be any different?" His voice hardened, but there was a hint of mockery. He was too happy tonight to let her ruin it. "Forget it, Miss Valois. Forget what the examiner told you. Forget you came here. Just forget it all. You’re good at that, aren’t you?"


    Her jaw tightened. "Ang cannot stay here if you—"


    She never finished. Renn moved in a sh, standing so close their faces nearly touched. His eyes glowed, his teeth clenched, and the air shifted with his rage. Fear struck through her like lightning. She wanted to step back, but she realized his pack was already watching, their attention drawn the moment his anger spilled into the night.


    "You are my son, Renn," Miss Valois said, her voice shaking. "Whatever I do, I do for your happiness. Yes, I have been selfish, but I will always love you."


    Renn did not reply. She lowered her gaze, turned away, and got into her car. Within seconds, she was gone.


    Samuel came out, concern on his face. "Is there a problem?"


    Renn shook his head and walked back inside.


    The celebration ended quickly. The pack members went back to their rooms, leaving Renn and Samuel outside with the drinks. They talked for a while, but Renn’s mind drifted. He could feel his mate. Her emotions pressed into his chest. She was hurting. He knew the others had made it hard for her, and she was carrying it all alone.


    "Something is wrong with Ang," Renn said as he rose to his feet. He tried to listen through the bond, her faint voice echoing in his mind, worried and weak. "It has to do with her and Kaito. I need to check on them."


    "Do you want me toe?" Samuel asked.


    "No. I can handle it." Renn headed to the parking lot, got into his car, and drove out of the east house.


    At the west house, he parked and climbed the stairs two at a time. His heart raced as he reached Kaito’s door. He knocked, and the closer he stood, the stronger Ang’s emotions hit him. She was tense, almost scared.


    The door opened and Ang appeared, looking surprised to see him.


    "I heard you. You sounded scared. Is something wrong?" Renn asked, his brows furrowed with worry as he reached out and hugged her.


    Ang leaned against him, closing her eyes for just a moment, letting herself feel thefort of his arms. The bond between them was growing, and he loved it.


    "Kaito is sick," Ang said softly, pulling back and looking at him with troubled eyes. "I don’t know what’s wrong with him."


    "I will take a look," He entered the room.


    "I think it’s fever."


    "Oh, shit." Renn’s eyes fell on Kaito, and without thinking, he pulled his phone from his pocket.


    Ang stepped forward, worry spreading across her face. "What happened? Who are you calling?"


    "It’s Taros. He’s the only one who can help right now," Renn said.


    Her lips trembled. "This has happened before?"


    "Yes. Thank the goddess you called before it starts." He was already moving toward the door, phone pressed to his ear.


    Ang turned back to Kaito. She did not understand Renn’s words, but to her, Kaito only looked sick, like he had a fever. If she treated him, maybe he would be fine by morning. He had to be fine. The thought of losing him tore at her chest.


    She reached out and touched him. The moment her fingers brushed his skin, a spark shot through her like lightning. It burned, sharp and cruel, forcing her hand back. Painnced through her arm, and her knees nearly gave way. She caught the wall before she could copse.


    Her heart pounded. What was happening to her? Renn had been right. Whatever this was, it was only the beginning.


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