Kate POV
It is time. We are loading into the SUVs to drive the forty-five minutes to the spot we will get out and start the hike to the location. Shelby has been touching the outer edges of my mind. I know she is there. I simply do not know if she will be in full form. Colby has offered to carry me, which I am still laughing at. I am not sure I would feel comfortable getting on his back, even if his wolf is slightly bigger than mine.
I am a fast runner, so I think I will be able to keep up for the most part providing we have a good running pace. And I am still hopeful that Shelby will be ready to make an appearance. She has nothing to feel guilty about, but I know guilt is weighing her down right now. Guilt at not being able to protect the pup. The reality is the odds were against us, b
