Phoenix Maplewood the time of sun

She frowned at the news that Aditya still had not returned. With Dawn's absence, they had been leaderless for far too long. Desdemona was right to call this meeting, Aviana was sure. Her ears remained perked as Sunny spoke next. Her heart ached for him, for the loss of his father, and for the loss of Aditya and Dawn. While they may be alive somewhere, it seemed they had abandoned their family. 

Seb spoke next, and Aviana was sure he would step forward, as he did have leadership experience. But she did not expect what came out of his maw. To say that she was shocked would be an understatement. Aviana was not an angry wolf, but his words hit her deep, and she could not stop her own response. Seb, I am disappointed in you, she said softly. Did you not lay down your life for your previous pack? she asked, knowing the answer already. When you came here, you only pledged your loyalty to Aditya, and not the rest of us? 

It hurt Aviana that Seb would throw away his loyalty simply because Aditya was gone. I told you I would go to Moonspear with you, she said, knowing the rest of the pack hadn't known that. But, this is my family, too. And right now, they are in need, Seb. I can't leave them like that, she admitted. She hoped he understood. Her gaze turned to Sunny. Your Dad gave me a life I never even hoped to have. I owe him, and this pack so much. If you'll have me, I'd be honored to lead until you are ready.

What her future would bring after that, she wasn't sure anymore.