LYRAEA. I saw the determination in his eyes, like there was nothing I could tell him that was changing his mind. "Let's not make things any more unpleasant for anyone. If you need to go back to your pack and look for your father, then I am coming with you. "I am not letting you go alone," I said in a deep, husky voice, clearly showing that I was not relenting, no matter what he told me. "Alright, if you insist then, let me get ready so we can proceed with the journey," I told him as I gently closed the door while urging him to leave; he had a victorious smile on his face before agreeing to leave. When she was eventually gone, I swallowed hard while fighting the strong urge not to let out a tear. Mae walked up to me and hugged me; her smile was saying that she'd always be there for me.

