Jay led us through the pack house, up the stairs. People continued to glance at us with curious eyes. I kept my head up high, floating on the lack of their fear. Curious is good. I stared at the back of Jay’s head. “Yes.” Lilith whispered, sounding pleased. “They should be in awe.” I snorted. Let’s just be okay with curious for now. It’s better than being scared or claiming we’re some kind of monster. She grunted in response. Jay stopped in the middle of the hallway, and bounced off his back. Stepping back startled, I scowled up at him. “Why’d you stop?” I snapped before I could bite my tongue. He looked at me over his shoulder with curious green eyes. “You’re mumbling to yourself, making noises. Having a conversation?” He raised a brow, his mouth twisted in a near smile. I purse

