I step out of my thoughts and look toward Kai. “Kai, a moment if you have time.”
He nods immediately—of course he does. He always does. But I can see the flicker of concern in his eyes. He already knows this isn’t a casual request.
I mind‑link Maren and Justin. Both of you, please come to my office.
They arrive quickly, standing in a line before my desk. All three of them look exhausted. All three of them look like they would rather be anywhere else than hearing whatever I’m about to say. And all three of them straighten their shoulders anyway.
I take a breath. “I want the three of you to begin weekly appointments with the pack therapist.”
The reaction is immediate—tight jaws, widened eyes, the instinctive inhale before an objection. I lift my hand before any of them can speak. “This
