[-In The Crescent Moon Pack Mansion-]
Prince Kratos has been wondering about two things since the incident at the metropolitan happened.
First, if there was a deeper connection between the Pride Family and Scarlett.
Second, someone tried to kill his red velvet-haired savior.
He contemplated more on the ulterior motive and the identity of the culprit that got away. Someone skilled enough to escape and hide away from the clutches of the Alpha Prince of Crescent Moon Pack.
Only a number of individuals have escaped and survived from Prince Kratos.
Within the central region, the eldest son of the Alpha King was feared by his peers due to his prowess in battle and strength in combat, matched with his sharp intellect in battle. Prince Kratos became the youngest general within the military ranks of the kingdom.
Earning him such great respect from others.
As the Alpha Prince was seated behind his main desk, he was thinking over the possible scenarios of why such a puzzling and dangerous thing had to happen to his savior, Scarlett.
In the middle of his contemplation, his Beta entered his main office.
The first thing Gavin did was greet his Alpha and report immediately to him.
"It has been 24 hours already and the best tracking team we have sent has no updates yet," Gavin told his Alpha.
Prince Kratos was surprised that even the best of his tracker warriors could not find any proper lead regarding the owner of the scent of the glove used during the incident.
The culprit left a glove which the Alpha Prince used as his starting point in looking for the one responsible of hurting Scarlett.
"How I wish I could employ a witch under my authority," Prince Kratos hoped for assistance from a witch.
Even his Beta knew how helpful it would be if they would have a witch on their side.
"But, the queen has ordered for all witches to serve under her. Lastly, the number of witches has dwindled significantly. Only a few witches have remained loyal to the throne. Most of the witches either went into hiding or fled to another region," Beta Gavin shared thoughts with his Alpha.
"You are right but that doesn't stop me from hoping to have one within my circle. It would be easier to find this culprit who dared to harm me or anyone close to me," Prince Kratos clenched his fist in frustration and slammed his desk with such restraint preventing his desk to break in half.
The atmosphere within the room became more tense but it did not stop Gavin from asking Prince Kratos.
"I just want to ask. Why are you so concerned about this woman? I thought you do not want to involve yourself with common humans. I hope you do not mind me asking about it," Gavin asked with caution.
Gavin's query was not answered immediately by their Alpha Prince. Because even himself wondered at his undeniable attraction and growing feelings towards Scarlett.
Aside from being his savior, Prince Kratos may have just learned to care for a human-like Scarlett. Establishing a connection with her made him more drawn to her.
Silence was his only response to his Beta.
This silence made Gavin understand that it was a subject that he must not pry on.
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On the other hand…
The brothers of Scarlett discussed amongst themselves regarding the decision of their father to let their only sister have the invitation from the Hunters Academy.
Every noble family of hunters has been given an invite to send a member of their family to the academy.
For years, the Pride Family has not sent any member from their side to the Hunters Academy since the acceptance of Alec Pride.
Alec Pride was the last member of the family to be admitted to the academy for hunters.
"Are we just going to let father send our only sister to the Hunters Academy regardless of what happened to her? I might be okay with it at first but after this most recent incident. I think we need to reconsider! We have too many enemies for her to join such a dangerous place," Alec contested the decision of their father to let Scarlett train as a professional hunter.
Butler Fredo was the only staff of the mansion allowed to witness the members of the Pride Family discuss important matters.
Other staff members were usually requested to leave the room. But in Butler Fredo's case, he was allowed to stay and express his own thoughts regarding different matters because of his longstanding loyalty and experience with the elders of the Pride Family.
"Do you agree with Alec, Mister Fredo?" Gary calmly asked their most trusted staff member.
The old but sturdy-looking man in his bow-tie and black suit took his time before answering.
"Since I am asked by the young masters of the family... For me, there is no harm in letting young Scarlett join the Hunters Academy and become a professional huntress herself!" Butler Fredo answered.
Before Alec could complain further.
He explained further his answer to the sons of Richard Pride, "I think even if we cage Scarlett within the compounds of this mansion. Time will come, she will have to learn how to protect herself. This most recent incident must be a wake-up call to all of us that danger may not shy away from your sister."
He added, "And I think your father realizes this…"
Scarlett's older brother pondered on Butler Fredo's words. It was enough for them to weigh over the options and welfare of their sister.
Unlike the other older brothers of Scarlett, Alec remained firm on the thought that Scarlett will be safer within the walls of their mansion and away from the prying eyes of the public.
They were seriously discussing between themselves within the conference room of their mansion.
"I do not think it is a great idea to let Scarlett go to the Hunters Academy. We must tell father to retract his approval on Scarlett's invitation to the Hunters Academy," Alec tried his best to convince his other siblings.
Until their only sister chimed in.
The doors of the conference room opened. Scarlett arrived unannounced to her siblings.
"Whether you like it or not, I am going to accept the invitation of the Hunters Academy!" Scarlett declared to her older brothers.
This was something that Scarlett considered as the best way of creating her new path and better fate.
Unknown to her, Richard Pride only decided to let Scarlett be in the Hunters Academy to keep her separated from the werewolf prince.
At the same time, keeping the daughter of Richard Pride surrounded by professional hunters would be a safer environment for her.
"So, I will not let any of you ruin this chance for me!" Scarlett pointed out with full conviction.
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