Salia gave her a baleful look. It’s a time of emergency. I have the right to make an executive decision. For someone who knows Wolf and most of our customs, you can be as blind as a days-old puppy. Thalaea bowed her head in submission, though she smiled inside. She’d be lying if she said her question to Salia hadn’t been a small test — alpha to alpha. Then might I make some suggestions? I doubt I’ll be able to stop you, Salia said sardonically and Thalaea knew she was considered part of the pack now. Her hearts leapt with joy. She spoke quickly, for the sky was much brighter now and they’d have to get on the move again. The witch suggested they find the other packs and try to get them to come with on their flight to Thaen, which Salia agreed to readily. Thalaea then took a deep breath,

