Hurt: Asher kicked the pack house door open and rushed into the house. Lyla was groaning in his arms as she started to come to. He rushed into the kitchen. Across the kitchen Island there was the breakfast he had prepared for them and just like she asked. Waffles with strawberries and whipped cream. Holding her against him he pushed the waffles off the island and onto the floor. The plates shattered as they toppled to the ground. He sat her down on the large island in the middle of it. Asher rushed to see where the blood was coming from. He had to roll her on her side. Holding her up with one hand he tried to piece through her hair to see. A large gash was on the back of her head. She was hit over the back of the head with something. He set her back down. He needed water and something to apply pressure. Fumbling around he found a tupperware large enough to fill with some warm water. He rushed about trying to gather what he could. He carried two kitchen towels from the drawer as wel

Planning:“Asher is right too. I need to be here. An Alpha is supposed to be with their pack.” Nora pinching the bridge of her nose.“What are you going to do?” Jace asked, annoyed.“Might make people think twice before doing anything like this.” Nora said, trying not to argue with Jace.He gritted his teeth, he was trying to be understanding but he had a lot going on. The idea of Nora being away from him more than she already was made Cole upset. Nora felt his emotions and frowned slightly.“Jace it;s just until we get this mess sorted out and have people that need to fall in line…fall inline.” Nora said, trying to explain to him.Jace clenched his jaw, he couldn't argue. He understood the pressure and responsibility of being Alpha. He had been doing it for so long now. He forgot what it was like starting up. He glanced at Matt who shot him a sympathy look. He got it, Matt was away from Lilly often because she wasn't a wolf and didn't understand the mate bond. She was slowly starting

Announcement two:Nora stood in the hall pacing on the stage. She had sent a mindlink summoning all pack members to the hall. She had ordered food and drinks to be prepared as part of another celebration. Jace was watching her pace wanting to make her relax but knew she had to get it out of her system. In her head she kept telling herself that she was a badass and had this. The door opened and the first member walked in. Nora straightens up and puts on a smile. Her nerves in her stomach bubbling and flipping about. “Welcome please have a seat at whichever table you like.” Nora greeted.A few more members started piling in. Her stomach is tightening with each new person. Jace came over to her and took her hand. She felt a wave of calmness rush over her. She smiled,her thanked him. He winked at her and the bubbles in her stomach turned into butterflies. She leaned up and kissed his cheek. “Remember you killed a whole mess of Lobo’s and Kip with just one touch. You have this. You are

Waiting: Nora settled into the chair on the front of the stage. The pack mood lightened and those that stayed were laughing and eating in no time. Nora was starting to relax. Asher and Jace approached the chair next to her. She smirked seeing the power struggle going on. Asher moved for the chair and so did Jace. Nora’s smirk was becoming more and more of a grin as she watched them shuffle over the chair. “I’m here Beta.” Asher finally said. ‘Well she’s my mate.” Jace growled. “This isn't your pack.” Asher said, matching his growl. Nora started laughing which broke their tension. Jace loved her laugh and it made him smile. “Something funny?” Jace smirked at her, daring her to continue laughing. She couldn't help it, she felt a tear sting her eye as she grabbed her belly and chuckled more. Jace walked over to her and Asher took the opportunity to sit in the chair. Nora saw his quick childish sit down in the chair and lost it. She was laughing so hard she couldn't breathe.

Red Riding Hood:“Let's go Matt.” Nora nudged him. Nora smiled as she began walking down the road slowly after Lilly. Matt had been trying so hard to resist the urge of running after Lilly. Jace and Asher had left several minutes ago to ensure they had the back blocked off. Logan had headed to the rooftop. He somewhere had gotten a rifle. “Matt. She said not to be late.” Nora laughed, calling to him as she walked down the road.Matt shook his head and hurried after her. He was scared. Afraid something would happen to Lily. He would lose it Ryker would lose it. He had been begging Matt to shift for the last twenty minutes. He kept going on about how he was faster in wolf form and stronger. Matt kept reminding him that they didn't need to beat Lilly there. If he needed to shift he would. He looked up at the night sky and begged the goddess to make sure Lilly was protected.Lilly reached the alley and she smiled to herself. She wanted to strut in there pretending to be some helpless, h