"I don't know what you're talking about," he replied. I smiled to myself. "Of course you don't." I got into the car as started. Despite the laughter with Tristan the dread of what I about to do wouldn't be ignored. He knew that. Still he tried. "Thanks." There's a saying, time flies when you're having fun. The same goes for when you're dreading something. We neared the border of Silver Moon far too soon. I pulled over and stopped just outside where I knew the Silver Moon territory began. "Dena?" Trina said rousing from her half-asleep state. "What's going on?" My hands trembled. "I need a minute. Take the wheel. Tell Jason I'll meet up with you guys at the pack house." Normally I'd be resistant to let even Trina drive the truck but I had to be alone when I do this. I got out and Trina

