Later that evening, Elara gathered the pack members in the main common area as they wondered about the sudden call. Eyes turned to her as she stood at the curiosity reflecting on their faces.

With a deep breath, Elara addressed the pack in a voice that carried a hint of nervousness, "I have something important to say." Murmurs arose, and Lyssa, who stood at the edge of the crowd, looked puzzled, her eyes searching Elara's face for any clue.

And then, the unexpected words tumbled out of ...