"Yes. It's the closest we've come in ages. Mason can manage the pack." I say. My voice felt stronger than I actually felt inside. Deep down, I could feel my chest tighten at the weight of what we were about to do, but I did my best not to let it show. I had to be strong, not just for myself but for Ethan too.

"Alright then." He says. His eyes locked on mine for a moment, silently searching for any hint that I might break under the pressure. When he found none, he gave a single nod, a ...