Chapter Twelve: FamilyThings move very fast after that. She packs up her bags and leaves before she, or anyone else, can change their minds. Leo sees her at the gate, looking forlorn and completely heartbroken, but understanding her need to leave. He holds her for a long time, pressing his nose to her neck as though trying to memorize her scent and keep it in his lungs. Her long lost brother looks at them with an amused expression, but doesn't interfere even when Leo wraps his arms around her small waist and picks her up, holding her to his chest tightly.
"I'm going to miss you so much, little cub," he whispers.
"I'll miss you too," she promises. It's the best thing she can do for the sake of their future. On one hand, she can ensure that they have an alliance with a growing and strong k
