“What do you mean? Where do you plan to go?” Alpha Charles asked, staring at his daughter, who had just told them that she needed a break, and wanted to go on a journey.

“Honestly, I don't know yet. I was hoping you could help me speak to maybe one of your trusted friends. Maybe I can just stay there for a while.” Veronica replied.

“And how long are we talking about?” Her father inquired.

Veronica hesitated. “About a year or more than that.” She replied, squinting as she ...