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The reactions of his pack mates varied from sadness, to bitter silence, to outright anger. Koda sat still and quiet, having nothing more to say to Peregrine. He hadn't had a chance to become attached to the alpha male or the others who had left with him, so it was difficult for him to relate to the other's feelings. He did feel bad for them, though.

He turned to Kesuk to see how she was taking the news, and knit his brow in confusion. The spot next to him was now empty. He caught sight of her sleek form just before it disappeared into the trees. How had she slipped away without him noticing?

Without saying a word, Koda rose and trotted after Kesuk. Having nothing to say, he didn't feel he needed to be there anyway.