From Francine's perspective, there was no response from Jacob or Dave through the mindlink. It was evident that they were exploring the farthest reaches of the eastern territory. The effectiveness of the mindlink diminished with distance, and if they were engaged in a heated debate or, worse, a fight, they wouldn't have the time or focus to reply. After a few attempts, Francine decided to give up, knowing that they were fully capable of taking care of themselves. With the number of individuals present, she believed they would handle whatever problem Jacob had sensed and return home safely.
Naturally, Francine felt a sense of worry. Jacob and Dave were her mates, and she loved them deeply. The mere thought of anything happening to them was devastating. Caleb, Alex, Ethan, Seb, and Hayden w
