----Skylar POV----
“Let’s run, Red!” Edmund said through the mind link. Somehow, it felt as if everyone else heard him too, because the crowd began to part, making a clear path for us through the front courtyard.
Carly fell behind Blue slightly, allowing him to lead the way as we took off. He headed toward the forest, his form strong and sure-footed. At the edge of the trees, he paused and turned to look at me, his massive wolfy grin brimming with excitement.
We launched into the run, and I was stunned by the speed. The wind whipped through Carly’s fur, and I could feel her elation — this was what she had longed for, the chance to bond with her mate like true wolves.
We ran for nearly an hour through thick forest paths, weaving in a wide circle around the pack grounds. Carly tried raci
