Eve sent Jared a text message when he was on his way home. Hello, Jared. Should we wait till later to speak? I have something important to tell you. A little beat skipped Jared's heart. What on earth might she be trying to convey to him? He said, "Absolutely, I think we should meet where we normally do." Eve did her best to create a welcoming atmosphere for them when they first met. Perched on a park seat, they were engrossed in the melodies of birdsong and the gentle rustle of leaves. As he waited for Eve to discuss the current incident with Mr. Thompson, Jared felt apprehensive. Eve took a big breath. “Jared, I’ve been thinking a lot about the pack.” Jared’s brows furrowed. “The pack? What about it?” Eve’s eyes glittered with curiosity. “What is the plan you have for the pack? I m