Asteria Turning from the window, I take a moment to appreciate the teamwork that is going on. This is what a pack is about—pulling together as a family unit to solve problems. I take a deep breath to calm my nerves. “I have a few things I need to say.” Keeping my voice even and calm, I continue. “Please hear me on this. I’ll be brief.” “We go right to the main gate. Akira will reach out to as many wolves as possible while maintaining our shield. The strongest of them, which she will be able to sense by the power their wolves give off. We are challenging them to come to the main entrance.” “They won’t be able to turn down a direct challenge. Their instincts will kick in. Out of all of us, myself and Tim will draw the most attention. Me, for obvious reasons, and Tim, because he is

