“Daniel, I... can’t face them.” Alex was virtually trembling next to him but Daniel couldn’t take the time to be concerned for his friend when he needed to be concerned for his mate. “You don’t have a choice. Time to rise from the dead, Ruiz.” With that, Daniel turned and headed outside, followed closely by the rest of the pack. The Ruiz’s had been expecting their arrival and were waiting outside. They faltered slightly when they saw the size of the pack but quickly regained their stance. They reminded Daniel of his parents. It was almost comical how their eyes widened when they caught sight of their son. “Alex?!” his mother shrieked. “Uh… hi?” Alex waved awkwardly but made sure to stand behind Daniel. “You’re supposed to be dead,” his father narrowed his eyes at him. “How could you f

