Now that we are returning to the pack, we are at ease and did not experience any problems. We are looking around as the gate opens, and the other werewolves have begun to howl in greeting us. They are bending their heads, and the gamma and delta are waiting for us closer to the entryway. Meanwhile, the guards are leading us back for additional protection.

　　When we were eventually able to move to the flanks of the pack, Nicolai made room for us so that we could stand in the ...