As soon as the plane door opened, a blast of fresh air hit them, but it did little to ease their anxiety. Tim carefully cradled the girl as they descended the steps, with Dana right by his side. A sleek black SUV waited on the tarmac, and without wasting a moment, Tim and Dana climbed into the back seat, the little girl still secure in Tim’s arms. The driver, one of the pack members, nodded respectfully before speeding off toward the pack’s territory.
The trip was short, but every minute felt like an eternity. Tim couldn’t help but look down at the girl in his arms repeatedly, his heart pounding with worry. Dana reached over and gently squeezed his arm, offering silent support. They were both thinking the same thing: she needed medical attention, and fast.
When they finally arrived at th
