Jon Home. I never realized how much a single word could mean until I saw the Wolvesbane gates again. The familiar scent of pine, cedar, wood smoke, and our people reaches us long before the buildings come into view. Malachi rumbles contentedly. "We're home." "Yeah." I smile. "We are." To my left, Jade keeps an easy pace, careful not to jostle the precious cargo secured comfortably to her back. The custom leather seat Hollow Ridge's craftsmen built fits perfectly between her shoulders. Thick straps secure it beneath her chest and around her ribs without restricting her movement, while soft padding cushions every step she takes. Emily laughs as the wind catches her curls. "I can see houses!" Jade slows slightly so the little girl can look around without bouncing too much. Every few minutes, Emily reaches down to stroke Jade's fur. "I like riding wolves." Jezebel's laughter echoes through our pack link. A week ago, we'd entered Hollow Ridge expecting a battle. Now...
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