Blackfeather Woods Nightmares

It came as a bit of a surprise to the alpha that Lusa wanted to lead her own pack, and that in her current state. His ears were pushed forward in surprise and then he let them fall back again. He sat down in the den. "I understand that losing a mate is horrible. I would probably be the same if Meldresi died, but Lusa. If you want to lead a pack, and I am not trying to discourage you here, you need to be mentally strong," he pointed out. "You don't even look like you want to eat, how do you expect loners to follow you if you don't look... very healthy," he spoke that last bit very carefully.

The alpha looked at her with some worry. "Seven days, that is a short time. Do you think you are ready?," he asked. "I can give you some tips if you want? But, do remember that ... I don't know. Have you scouted for locations yet during your travels? Is there any spot you like to settle? Do you know the area and the threats or positive features that come with it?," he asked, just to make a check list for her. He wondered how she was going to do this with two babies, and her grief that was still coursing through her. Maybe her focusing on something else would be good for the female, but if starting a new pack didn't work? What would she do then. "Do you have a backup plan? If it doesn't work out?," he asked to be sure.