*Nina* "Alright, let's start from the beginning. I apologize for the fight; I know you just want to protect me. And thanks for speaking with Nick and deciding to stay." I initiate the conversation as Pilar and I arrive at my tent. Pilar paces the floor, but she is smiling at me, so I know we are good again. "I'm sorry too. I shouldn't have brought that up. As for Nick, I don't fully trust him yet, he is a man and a beta wolf… but he seems like a decent guy." "That's a big step for you," I respond, pleased with her words. "Now, let's get to the important part. What on earth were you and Zay doing in the gym?" "Exercising. What else would you do in a gym?" Pilar chews her lip, avoiding eye contact. I place my hands on my hips. "Oh, really? So that is why your hair was a mess, and he was

