Mark All of this is bullshit; why do I have to travel with Malcolm because he fell in love with that beast Mika. Max and even Mathew seemed to be in a better position by opting to team up with Malcolm. However, I have to chart my own course, one that doesn’t involve searching for Mika at all. My plans are distinctly separate, and I feel confident I can pursue them without getting caught up in their quest. Despite my reservations, I find myself compelled to honor our mother’s wishes and accompany Malcolm on this journey. However, I intend to make this trip as challenging as possible for him. My primary goal is to ensure that, should we encounter Mika, I will intercept her before Malcolm has the chance to engage with her. To me, she is an unwanted presence in our pack—someone who does n

