Cooper dejectedly tells me to go back to the house without him—that he needs a little time to himself. So I reluctantly trudge back, only to freeze when I cross paths with someone I had quite honestly forgotten existed: Balto. Not just Balto, though—Balto and Ares. I guess it’s pretty bad that I forgot about my own dog. I have had a lot going on lately, though, and I knew he was safe here somewhere. It makes sense that Ares is back, too; it was part of the deal we made with the new Jax Pack. I just didn’t realize it had already happened. Seeing Balto again makes me think of Finn, who I’ve exchanged little more than a few, empty words with via text message since leaving Miami. Is he okay? Are they treating him well? Does he regret his decision to stay there? I heave a sigh, running my

