*RILEY POV*
Only a few more hours until Maddix and I retreat into the forest for my first shift. I chose the meadow in the middle of the forests surrounding Ruby Meadows for two reasons. The first is that it is secluded, and the second is because it holds a special place in my heart.
The meadow and the pond were the two main places Gretchen would train me. We spent many hours there while I was studying, and I find myself wishing she was here for this next adventure there.
My mate and his sister have had me sitting in a hot bath off and on all day, and apparently before we head out, I will have to soak again. I've been told that it will help my muscles during the shift, but the tincture Luke made me will do the same thing. I am definitely protesting the next soak. My skin is pruned and
