A Glimmer of Hope Everlee I wake up wrapped in the glorious arms of my mate. The past few days have made me really appreciate this, and him, and our pack. As good as I feel, there is still an ache deep in my gut. Something is wrong, but what? Lennox starts to stir and I roll over to face him. “Good morning, Love.” He gives me a peck on the forehead. “Lennox, what’s wrong? I know it’s your pain I’m feeling, what is it?” He closes his eyes and tenses. “You aren’t just feeling my pain. You’re the Luna now, bound to the pack. You’re feeling the collective pain of Black River. It only happens when we experience a great loss.” My heart drops. Loss? As in death? “Who?” A tear falls from his eyes as he squeezes them shut. “Mother.” He’s barely able to get the word out. “Sophia? No!

