That day, she came looking for Lucas again. Like she swore she also would in a different lifetime, or if they met a hundred years ago. Although her first trial to pull him back to her arms again failed, it did not break her spirit and motivation to do whatever it takes to lessen her guilt and regrets at how all of this might soon end in either her demise or bliss. Upon reaching the same spot as the day prior, she sat against the tree then waited, waited, and waited. One of these minutes, Lucas would step out of the pack house's door again and their eyes would meet. In that split second, she planned to convey her longing and pain. And if Lucas still had the same heart that always cared about her, he would come and comfort her. That day, though, no Lucas appeared before her eyes. Instea

