Sam was busy over the next few days and tensions were mounting. The house was busier than ever with different pack members coming and going, reporting updates to Sam. There wasn't much I could do to help. I mostly kept busy with my training and trying to shift on command but every time I was outside, I felt as though I was being watched. Sebastian kept me company and trained with me after Hector confirmed that he was fully recovered. We spent more time with each other than with our mates. I was getting frustrated that I couldn't shift at will and that I couldn't do anything to help Sam prepare the pack, especially since it was all to protect me. I knew I had a wolf, she talked to me all the time and I knew I could shift as I did a few weeks ago when I discovered the truth and was o

