Nala
I went to sit under a tree alone, feeling the rough bark against my back. I hadn't eaten any of the food they bought, but I wasn't hungry. Instead, I was filled with worry. My mind was blank, empty of any plan or direction. I felt lost and unsure of what to do next.
Ronan came over and sat beside me. "Sorry for the inconvenience, Nala. These things happen," he said gently. I nodded and gave him a small smile, appreciating his effort to comfort me.
"I've never been away from my pack before. The first time I decided to leave, I ended up on this adventure," I said, trying to inject some humor into the situation. Ronan laughed, a warm sound that made me feel a bit better.
"You won't regret it," he said, looking at me with sincerity. "But you need to take it easy with Xander. He has a
