Lulu We returned to the Crystal Ice Pack, and the floors were no longer as pristine as when I had left them. Blood, sand, ash, and water already starting to freeze forced me to tread carefully with every step. I could hear crying—families mourning sons and brothers lost in the sorcerer attack. Caspian held my hand and didn’t let go for a second until we reached the room. “I think we should give them time to grieve. We can meet them tomorrow,” Caspian said, guiding me to sit on the edge of the bed. “Rohan, inform Alpha Fridmund that we won’t be returning tonight and that we’ll meet him tomorrow. Arrange the meeting. I have something important to discuss with him.” “Yes, Alpha. I’ll deliver the message immediately.” After Beta Rohan left, Caspian stayed behind to calm the Elders of Sapp

