He nodded and we made our way to Lucy's to pick her up since we were sure they left the playground. I knocked on the door anxious to see her. "Alpha, luna," Lucy bowed, answering the door. "Lucy, you can call me Maxine. We just came to pick up Trina," I told her. She was caring for my daughter. I didn't need formalities from her; she had my respect. "She's right through here. She fell asleep." We followed her into a cute little room and Trina was fast asleep holding a teddy. I scooped her up in my arms trying not to wake her. She clung onto me and felt good to have her that close and know she was safe. We thanked Lucy and made our way back home. When we got there I carried Trina to her room and placed her in her bed. I tucked her in and Luca kissed her forehead. I turned out the

