It was a few days later, and Chris was discharged after his recovery. I went back to my job as the Criminal Investigator of the Southern Gray Wolf pack, where the Council of Elders organized a formal ceremony to honor our achievements.David and Emily, accused of smuggling contraband, sheltering criminals, and threatening the pack's safety, were delivered to the High Court for trial, where the full weight of the pack's law awaited them. Those 9,650 Troy ounces of gold that went missing back then were also recovered after David's confession, so none of it ended up on the black market.That night, the full moon hung high, casting its silver glow over everything. Chris and I sat atop the pack's highest watchtower, gazing down at the countless lights of the pack settlement below. That evening wind brought the scent of the mountains and forests, mingled with the distant howls and playful yips of pups.Chris gently wrapped his arms around me from behind, his chin settling in the curve o
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