Archer stood by the pack's exit, his hand folded, his eyes set in a grim expression as he took in Hailey's rather nervous stance. The sun was just rising, and she was set to start her journey. She should be in the first pack in two hours if she walked slowly.
Bets Nico checked her bag, then the map to make sure she had everything. Once he was done, he moved away from her, then examined her once more.
"She is good to go, Alpha. Bless her."
Archer gave a small sigh, vaguely remembering when he had blessed Celyn. He had kissed her then, and sent her off. But none of then had accepted her invite. No one had watched her dance of grace, and she had locked herself in the shower, the water pouring down on her as she cried, the impending reality looming on both of them.
They knew it would be ha
