Sun Mote Copse all my friends are turning green

She knew it didn't mean being worshiped and not much else. Dad had been so busy every day when he was still around. She was sure he'd been tired for a long time, especially with her and Bronco running around being little Blackthorn babies. Of course, Bronco had been the biggest handful >_>.  She listened to Wraen, but it was almost like Colt was telling her all this. He should've done so before he left.

I know - dad looked tired a lot. It's hard work keepin' a pack afloat. She responded. Frosthawks hadn't been that different either. Leading meant taking care of those who put their trust in you, not standing above it all. It sounded burdensome, but; I don't like others making decisions for me, either. Her tone wasn't offensive, just honest, but she saw the error there quickly. No offense. She added after, not meaning to offend Wraen. She hadn't told her mum she'd been staying at the Frosthawks because she knew she wouldn't have the choice to stay there anymore. She came back because it was her choice. And now, she wanted to be as selfless and noble as a Sovereign, because she chose to be. God, that was surely gonna require some work because Nellie was a selfish bum sometimes.

It was then and there that Nellie decided she wanted to be like Wraen - stepping up when the pack needed some steppin' up and gently slapping knowledge into kids. Now that seemed like a desirable position.