He was trying to calm me down, and his touch was soothing. It didn’t fully ease the knot of worry in my chest. But all I could do right now was trust his words.
“Okay,” I said softly, meeting his eyes and moving to stand up. “No time like the present, right?”
“I need to know my family is safe,” I said in certain terms.
He nodded, with a hint of amusement and pride visible. “As you wish, Katya.”
Once we got back to the pack, we headed to Lynx’s office. I sat next to him at his desk and looked at him expectantly. I knew I was being impatient, but I needed answers about everything. Our first call would be to Lynx’s allies, who lived somewhere near White Pine. I was curious as to exactly who his allies were. I knew all the surrounding packs, so I would know his contact. Lynx dialed the num
