As he spoke, a sense of pride swelled within me. The pack wasn’t just a group of individuals; it was a family bound by loyalty and love. I glanced around, seeing that same pride mirrored in the faces of my packmates.
Kai’s gaze softened as it settled on me. “And as we look to the future, we must remember to welcome new members with open arms. Every individual here brings something valuable to our pack, regardless of their past or where they come from.”
I felt a lump form in my throat, a mix of gratitude and emotion. His words were more than just a speech; they were a reassurance, a promise that I was accepted, that my place here was secure.
“To the future of our pack!” Kai raised his hand, and a cheer rose up in response. “To unity, strength, and family!”
As the cheer died down, the at
