Jake's POV

Jake took a steadying breath as he surveyed the formation on the drill field.

Ripley stood quietly by his side.

"I didn't realize there were so many of you," she said quietly.

"Some of the pack is more solitary than others. We do our best to allow people to live their own lives. It's rare that something like this happens."

"I'm sorry to have brought this on everyone." Ripley looked to him nervously, eyes shining with unshed tears.

"No, Rip, ...