POV: Araya
Araya stands in the clearing behind the cabin, staring at the forest. The direction Garrett disappeared. The direction that leads back to the Heartlands.
Back to Jasper.
Her mind wars with itself. Logic tells her to stay. To let Jasper face the consequences of his actions alone.
But her wolf pulls at her relentlessly. A need she can't explain or ignore.
"You're going to him."
Araya turns to find Ronan standing at the edge of the clearing. His expression is unreadable, but his golden eyes burn with emotion.
"I don't know," Araya admits. "I don't know what to do."
"Yes, you do," Ronan says. He approaches slowly, stopping a few feet away. "You've already decided. You're just afraid to admit it."
Araya's throat tightens. "He doesn't deserve my help."
"No," Ronan agrees. "H
