**Nero**
We loaded the trucks as fast as we could. Children first, followed by the adults. I think I was more surprised that our plan had worked over everyone else. I had doubts all day because I knew how conniving my former coven could be. There were a few times during the day when I almost offered more details about my concerns. Every time I wanted to, I froze. The shame I held inside was not something I wanted to relive again. I tried to provide them with enough information to keep them informed, but hiding anything to make them second guess my motives.
Over the past few weeks, I have become very close with Nate. I was beginning to feel the connection forming more each day that passed, along with my feelings. Even though we have not discussed the mating bond any furth
