Chapter 23

Nix’s POV

I have been here about 5 months now. I am slowly getting used to pack life and having a family. I have had no anger issues during that time and Reed calls me occasionally. When I’m by myself at home, I speak to my mom’s photo. It gives me the sense that she is still here and I can tell her about everything. It’s not the same, it never will be. But it helps me cope.

People in school still avoid Christina. She uses it to her advantage now. She says she doesn’t like most of the people there, anyway. She has joined the women’s and children’s training sessions now, so we train together at least once every day. We are really good friends. Dylan also gets to spend more time with Melissa. While we are in training, the pair are getting friendlier. I am convinced Melissa is pushing for me to be Alpha, which is why she is allowing her friendship with Dylan to blossom.

It’s a Wednesday and me and Christina are in English listening to the boring teachings of Mr. Hermes. When th