(Cassian) I wake before dawn after a few hours of sleep. My body feels rested enough. Storm is alert in my mind, ready for the day ahead. I dress quickly and head out to find the last two team members. The pack house is quiet this early. Most wolves are still sleeping. I find Cole in the training yard doing morning exercises. He's one of the older warriors. Experienced and careful. Exactly what I need for trap mapping. "Cole," I call out. He turns and nods. "Delta. What can I do for you?" "I'm leading a silver trap sweep today. Three teams of two. I need you on team three." "Who am I partnered with?" "That's what I'm figuring out now. Do you have any suggestions? Someone experienced who knows tracking?" Cole thinks for a moment. "Brandon. He's been doing perimeter patrols for year

