Two Rivers Isle [M] And I don't see you

Ulrich pressed his mouth into a thin line as she spoke. I agree, he said, gravely, bowing his head for a moment. Your parents’ downfall was most likely due to hubris, and I’d certainly like to avoid that. Nor do I want such a strict hierarchy. Leadership is important but I don’t see why we cannot be a democracy—allow all members of the pack an equal vote.

He paused here, thinking. I’ve never led anyone before. Well. I’ve led soldiers into battle, but that is all, and that is much different from leading an entire pack. He turned away from Adylaide in the dark. I fear I may not be good at it. So much will be expected of us. Perhaps too much. What if… He trailed off, unable to voice his fear, for in truth he did not know exactly what it was that he was afraid of. General failure? The fate of Adylaide’s parents?