Stone Circle Jumble of thoughts

Laurel nodded at Valette. Likewise, she said, even though her shared thoughts had not been as deep (considering she'd never liked Merrick at all) as Valette's. In a pack where everyone knew your children, it was rough to be at odds with one; most wolves would probably have some sort of opinion on this, so it was a lot harder to put yourself out there.

Laurel watched as Valette left, and let out a deep sigh while she pondered how she would approach Xan about her plans.