I’ve gathered some of the pack to witness the fight, as I discussed with everyone yesterday. It isn’t a ceremony; no one is required to attend. Riley hasn’t been inducted into our pack yet, because Green Pine has a whole ‘farewell’ tradition for those who leave the pack to follow a mate and they haven’t had a chance to put it together. But he has officially moved in, since Green Pine is a neighboring territory, and will be attending with Rosa.
Most of the Warriors have gathered. I suspect Heath may have privately instructed them to attend. I know he thinks it is very important that the Warriors see me fight, to build respect. Some Hunters are here too, including Lily, who is standing with her mate and Tulip. I see Greta standing off to the side, conversing quietly with Tatia and one of o
