Noctisardor Bypass When the days are cold

She had not really wanted to talk about Kelina, but there was no avoiding the conversation. "Yes... We must be ready for anything. I have no doubts that Kelina must be planning something." That was her main concern. Not that Horosk's sister was planning something (though that was bad in itself), but that she did not know what it was. That was what scared her. "We need to all be on our guard. Also... I don't want anybody leaving the territory by themselves." If Kelina and Circe were dangerous, they had to be extra careful. Gwen did not want to take any risks. "Whatever she's doing, we need to be prepared to defend ourselves."

"Also... you've probably noticed, but there is a pack settled just at our borders. Neighbours... literally." This was another matter that worried her slightly. She really hoped this pack were not hostile, as they were so close. "I plan to take a trip there soon and investigate, which means you'll have to be in charge while I'm gone. I don't know if they are staying permanently but I do want to check just in case." Who would she take with her, though? Mawk would be her best bet, since he wanted to be an ambassador, but could Gwen afford to take him away from the pack in a situation such as this? Perhaps Horosk could take over and do even more work, but would that be too much? Should she just go alone?

She was stumped.