Claudia settled on a blue velvet chair. She tugged on one of her braids before flipping it over her shoulder. “I’m glad you came. It’s been tense here.” “I’m getting that. Loudly. I spoke with Daniel for a minute… I hope you
all know that I’m not leaving my pack. I’m happy where I am.” Chris started
to move, but I put my hand on his knee, stilling him.
“I get it, and for the record—we’re divided on that. The majority of us want you to stay where you are.”
I was too relieved to be insulted that they didn’t want me around. “Good. I’d rather not have this problem become bigger than it should be. Is there anything I can do to help sway the rest?”
“No, but I’ll let you know if I think of something.” She smiled, but it didn’t reach her eyes. “Not to be rude, but why are you here?”
I was mo
