*Your Goal* “The pack elders scheduled an emergency meeting; it’s concerned with your accident.” “When you get there, don’t let on anything. This fight has become personal; I will not involve people from my pack,” Arthur instructed, and Elias nodded. Arthur turned to Elara, his gaze softening. “Elara, I know you’re worried, but I need you to stay safe, too. If they couldn’t get to me directly, they might come for those closest to me. You’ll go back home today. Don’t come to see me unless I return home.” Her hand tightened around his. “But—” “I’ll be fine, Elara. I just need one more day before I bounce back.” “But I can stay at the pack house with you; I can take care of myself,” she said, trying to convince him because she didn’t want to leave. “I don’t want that. There are so many

