Val POV
Walking through the pack house again, but this time slower, brings back memories of when I was here healing and tried to be a part of this pack before Alpha Mark came back into my life. Once upon a time this was a safe haven to me, and while I wish I could say that it still was, some of Elder Sarah’s words stuck in my mind.
If Alpha Xander had helped me, would I have met Alpha Johnny? Would I have run? Would I still be looking over my shoulder for my father or Alpha Mark?
As much as I wish I could say that I have healed and moved on, and while I have in many aspects of my life. Being back here brings back a lot of memories and the fact that I lost my brother to my abuser. I thought that I was stronger than I really am, being with Johnny helps me to make it look like I am over my
