Hushed Willows And I don't care, I just gotta figure out a window to break out

With his arrival came a wave of new information. Boone was gone — Abel hadn't known until now — and as told with a choke in her voice, perhaps never to be found.

Abel hardly new the leader aside from the first day they met at the border. Still, the sudden news of his absence caused a spark of anxiety. An overhaul of the pack sounded daunting to be a part of, even as a mere bystander.

But despite teary eyes and quivering voice, Reverie seemed sure of her word. She worked up a smile, and a promise to do her best for this pack, whatever the future may hold.

I trust that. Abel nodded, looking to Kyrell for some confirmation in shared assurance.