"You stay close to me, at all times," John took Isabel's hand as everyone left the Dining room, gazing at her intently. "Whatever happens, you stay by my side, OK?" "But..." Isabel didn't want to be his deadweight. John was the best fighter they had! He couldn't be burdened with her... "No buts," John gave her a warning glance. "I won't leave your side unless I know it's completely safe." They ran outside with the others, Randall giving them a brief report on what had happened. A lone wolf had been roaming around in the woods, seemingly tracking someone's scent... probably Isabel's. He had followed the trespasser for a while, but as it had come closer and closer to the pack premises, he had called for back up and they had encircled the wolf. It hadn't really put up a fight, almost as if

