The nursery was quiet when I arrived, most of the pack’s children out with Roland for afternoon exercise. Only baby Elijah remained, sleeping peacefully in his crib while Jenny worked on what looked like a small crocheted toy—an amigurumi rabbit with multicolored fur.
Jenny looked up at my entrance, her kind face breaking into a smile. Like me, she bore a birthmark, though hers was more subtle—a crescent moon pattern around her right ear and down her neck.
“Arianna,” she greeted me softly, careful not to wake Elijah. “Maria was looking for you earlier. She seemed worried.”
I know, I signed. I’ll find her soon. Is it okay if I sit with you for a bit?
“Of course.” Jenny patted the chair beside her. “I could use the company. Rufus is out with the construction crew all day, and it gets to
