Meadow’s pov I felt really honored that Alpha Osiris called me here to help, but I did not expect to hear this at all. So this new girl, Ariel, was a human? Or she used to be a human? “I wonder what she looked like when she shifted.” Aurora said. “Me too.” I replied to my wolf. “Do you want to tell me more? It might help you. Once I shared what happened to me, I felt less ashamed and realized it wasn’t my fault.” I said, knowing it would also help Alpha Osiris to know more. Ariel shook her head, “no, it’s too much.” Okay, a different approach. “Can you tell me why you came here then? Instead of staying at the Silver Heart pack?” Ariel nodded, “okay.” She took a deep breath, “after I was changed I tried to live with humans for a while, but I left once I turned eighteen. I couldn’t control shifting. I don’t have a wolf like you do. I tried living among the rogues, but they live mostly in wolf form and I stood out. One of the other rogues took pity on me and helped me. Her name wa

Ela’s pov I can’t believe I am part of Alpha Osiris and Luna Lily’s inner circle. I have only been here for a year and I am not even a full werewolf. “Hey, don’t pretend I am not the best wolf ever.” Ati said, feeling insulted. “And don’t cut yourself short. You’re a part of this pack, just like the rest.” Well, today that meant that after school I had to go see the new girl, Ariel and bake something together. I didn’t mind having the whole packhouse kitchen to myself, that kitchen was insane. It was like something at a five star restaurant. They had to be able to feed enough people, so there were several ovens and all the equipment you needed for whatever you were making. I had classes in the morning, so I would stop by after lunch. Cyrus texted me that Ariel was working at the farm and I could pick her up there. I felt kind of bad for him and April, she just had her baby home and needed to rest and play with Leia, instead of working. But if you live on a farm you don’t really get

Lily’s pov Ela and Ariel have been meeting regularly, which I know because the kitchen smells heavenly every afternoon. Ariel is still hiding out in the room for the rest of the time, not going to the dining hall when we eat in the evening or morning. Cyrus is keeping Os updated, I think it’s just another excuse for them to talk. But Cyrus said she is doing well at the farm and that she especially likes to do chores that involve the horses. Kate is growing and gaining weight. She is two weeks old now and already looks so different from when she was born. And Asher is loving his baby sister and is very protective of her. It’s so cute! “It really is. I can just think about how they’ll be when they’re teenagers.” Arya dreamed. I just wish we could help in another way. I missed training, so I am going to see Emma and see if she can give me some exercises I can do at home. To get my strength back. I don’t want to leave Kate with a baby sitter yet, so this will do for now. I put Kate a

Troy’s pov I have been training Ariel for a week now and she has yet to say more than a few sentences to me. That doesn’t mean I am giving up, I just have to be patient. Which isn’t my strong suit. I have only told Jara about us being mates, well and Ela. Not because I’m ashamed, I just don’t want to add any pressure to Ariel’s situation. And honestly, I’m scared. If the pressure will become too much, she might reject me or leave. So I’m taking training slow. The first week I focused on building strength and stamina and this week I will be learning Ariel some moves. If she wants to learn how to defend herself, this is step one. “You’re scared to push her too far?” Orlando asked. “Yeah, I am scared. If she was beaten at the Silver Heart pack, how will she react to sparring with me or with anyone?” I replied. “Only one way to find out. Well two, you could always ask her first.” Orlando said. So, I did. This afternoon I picked Ariel up from the farm and in the car I asked. “I want

Troy’s pov “Sorry she was really fucking worked up, so I let her run with Snake, my dog.” Cyrus added that last part when I looked at him confused. “Why would someone name their dog Snake?” Orlando asked, equally confused. Cyrus continued, “I know it’s not any of my damn business. But she thinks you fucking hate her wolf form. You might be able to catch up, show her you don’t.” “Thanks Cyrus.” I said, I didn’t mind it at all if he involved himself. As long as it meant I had another shot with Ariel. I figured I’d shift too, let Orlando meet Ariel. Also I was faster and it was easier to track her in this form. I walked to the woods and stripped, dropping my clothes near a tree. Cyrus whistled from a distant. “Nice fucking ass, Troy. Go get her.” I shifted and followed my nose, tracking Ariel through the woods. “Well, you followed my nose.” Orlando pointed out. “Yeah, wise-ass. Your nose.” I replied. Ariel’s scent was growing stronger, so I knew we were close. I saw her and Snak