~Drake~
As I drive towards the heart of the city, my mind is a whirlwind of thoughts and memories. The towering buildings and the relentless city noise serve as harsh reminders of a time when life was different, simpler. Now, everything's changed. I'm haunted by Elder Alden's words, the suspicion that crept into the pack, the fear that Maya could be the harbinger of our downfall.
Yet, against all reason, I find myself drawn to her. Maya, with her fiery spirit and her heart full of kindness. There's a raw honesty about her, a vulnerability that stirs something deep within me. In her, I see a strength and resilience that rivals that of any wolf I've known. I've grown attached to her, more than I ever thought possible, more than I've ever been to anyone...even my mate.
A painful knot form
