Laura’s Point of View. As the other half of the Alpha King of the Crimson Pack, it wasn’t uncommon for me to be gone for a few days at a time. As I approached the pack house, I could feel the tension in the air. Damian and the rest of the pack must have been worried because I disappeared without a trace, and my unexpected return could only add to their worries. However, if I didn’t return after being gone for several days, everyone would be even more concerned and suspect something was amiss. I knew they’d have questions, and I wasn’t sure how or where I’d start answering them and explaining everything. I took a few shallow breaths before entering the pack house through the front door. I could see their eyes widen as soon as I walked in. Even though the situation was serious and it was

