<h4>Chapter 204: A Secret</h4>


    "Hi Angel," the senior guy walked toward her, smiling. The moment felt awkward because she already knew why he was here, and the question he wanted to ask was a no. "How are you doing?"


    "Fine. You know my name?" Ang raised an eyebrow, crossing her arms. Alex answered before she could speak.


    "Who doesn’t know your name in this academy?" He sat down casually. Ang balled her hands into fists, fighting the urge to snap.


    "The Beta is right. Everyone knows you," the senior boy said, his gaze locked on her. Ang could tell Alex could have stopped this, but he didn’t. He was the Beta, and if he told this guy to leave her alone, the senior would have followed orders, no questions asked.


    "Okay. And you are?" she asked, keeping her tone polite.


    "James," he said, holding out his hand.


    Ang scratched the back of her head. Shaking his hand felt like a mistake. She didn’t want to, but what excuse could she give without causing trouble? Alex sat there silently, clearly enjoying the moment.


    "Hey James." Kaito’s voice cut through the tension like a shield. Ang exhaled slowly and nced at Alex, who looked surprised to see his Alpha.


    "I thought you were staying there, Alex," she muttered, rolling her eyes and turning back to James.


    "Alpha Kaito, wee," James said respectfully.


    "James, Alex, what’s going on?" Kaito asked, and the two froze, unsure what to say. He didn’t wait. "There’s a situation on the third wing. Handle it. I’m going to theb."


    They nodded, speechless. Ang couldn’t help but admire Kaito. He looked sharp in a ck t-shirt and matching shorts. He started to leave, then paused and nced back at her. "What are you waiting for? You’reing with me."


    "Sure, Alpha," she said, falling into step behind him. As they walked, his hand found hers, holding it tightly as they made their way to the parking lot. Without caring who was watching, he opened the car door for her.


    She slid into the seat, her heart still racing. When he joined her, he started the car and drove off, the tension in her chest slowly easing with every mile.


    ******


    "Did something happen to Kael?" Ang asked, her brow furrowed in confusion.


    "No, he’s fine. I wanted to see Taros," Kaito said with a gentle smile. He had done so much for him while he was unconscious. "We brought lunch, sweetheart. Don’t you want to see your other mate?"


    "Why not?" Ang’s eyes lit up with excitement. It felt like a dream. She never thought her mates would move past their fight for her.


    The drive to the hospital was supposed to take twenty minutes, but with Kaito behind the wheel, they arrived in seven.


    Ang stepped out of the car as soon as they parked. She waited while Kaito grabbed the packages from the back seat, and together they walked into the hospital.


    When they reached theb, Dr. Dave looked up, surprised to see them. It was rare for students to show up like this.


    "I’ll excuse myself," Taros said, taking off hisb coat. He led them to the eating area, and once he was sure no one was watching, Ang hugged him tightly. Kaito had already scanned the room—no cameras in sight.


    "I missed you," she whispered.


    Ang tilted her head up, pressing her lips to his. Taros was startled at first but rxed, closing his eyes and stroking her back gently.


    Kaito watched them, feeling a sudden spike of jealousy. He tried to push it down. He had made a promise to Ang, and he wouldn’t break it. Yet, he couldn’t help but nce again, his thoughts drifting. The way they kissed made him wonder what it would be like with just them and her. It would be wild... but only if she wanted it.


    "What are you thinking?" his mate’s voice nudged him out of his daydream.


    Kaito blinked, looking away. Taros had already taken a seat, ready to eat the food they brought.


    "I’ll tell youter," Kaito said, leading her to the seat beside Taros. "How have you been, man?"


    "Cool. I’m surprised to see you both here," Taros replied, taking a bite of the food in front of him.


    "It was Kaito’s idea," Ang said, cing her hand gently on Taros’ back. He nodded and kept eating. "Is there any progress?"


    "Yes," he said, reaching for a napkin to wipe his mouth, chewing slowly. Ang watched him, a small part of her wanting to lick the crumbs from his lips. She bit her tongue, unaware that her thoughts were stirring something dark and possessive in Kaito. He imagined her in different ways, with him behind her and Taros taking her mouth, both of them wearing her out.


    "Why are you looking at her like that? Weren’t you satisfied after earlier?" Taros asked, confusion flickering across his face.


    "Come on, man... you’ll never be satisfied with her. She’s too sweet," Kaito said, his gaze lingering on Ang before turning back. "Tell us about the progress."


    "We don’t have a cure yet, but we are almost done with the drug to slow Kael’s system," Taros exined. "It should be ready by tomorrow morning. We’ll test it before giving it to him."


    "That sounds like a lot of progress," Ang said, nodding.


    "What about you?" Taros asked, looking at her. For a moment, she thought he might lean in for a kiss. "Have you noticed any change?"


    "No. I feel normal," she said, sipping her juice. "I’m more concerned with a feeling I keep having."


    "What feeling?"


    "That something bad is going to happen soon."


    Kaito rolled his eyes, already guessing where her thoughts were going. "Forget it. She’s just scared of something that isn’t going to happen."


    Taros smiled, rubbing her back lightly. "How about we go out this evening? Spend some time together and catch up?"


    Ang nodded, loving the idea. When she looked at Kaito, he winked at her, and she smiled before inviting him, "Join us."


    "I wish I could ept, but no. It’s a moment for you and Taros," Kaito said. "Your swimming test is tomorrow afternoon. You can practice after we leave."


    "That’s right. I should be going," Ang said, standing from her seat. She kissed Taros on the cheek, whispering goodbye before leaving with Kaito. The thought of being imed by Taros made her heart race, wishing the evening woulde faster.


    Kaito dropped her at the entrance of the sportingplex. He insisted Samuel take the swimming lesson with her since he had work with Renn. Ang didn’t argue. As soon as Kaito drove away, he headed straight for the alpha’s PIT.


    He got out of his car and looked around, making sure no one was following. Quickly, he pulled out the keys and unlocked the door.


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    The PIT was dark, even in daytime. He climbed the stairs down, silent as ever. No one would suspect this was where he hid himself.


    Kaito switched on his phone shlight and shone it on the man chained and shivering before him. His body was battered, bruises marking where he had been punched. Needles littered the floor, the remnants of lupine sedatives used on the prisoner.


    "Are you ready to talk now, Mr. de?" Kaito squatted to look him in the face. "Who the fuck is Dr. Dn? I know you’re not him. You work for him. What does he want from my mate?"