POV: Connor
The room fell silent after Dana's recounting. I glanced over at Hope. Her face seemed troubled but Tim's whispered words of comfort seemed to soothe her. Human or wolf, seeing your child in misery is hard for any parent. Even though she is of age and with a mate of her own, she will always be my baby girl.
"Hope, it goes without saying that I would gladly give my life to keep yours safe. We all made a decision to protect you but if I'm being honest, I was a little ticked off at fate or the Moon Goddess or the universe...." My voice trailed off in frustration.
"Daddy, you and Mom have always taken care of us. I nor Helen or Nathan have ever felt anything but loved." She blinked back tears and rushed over to hug me.
I stifled my own tears and started my story. Hope sat dow
