Jade’s pov: As we bid farewell to Tyler and Randall, I remained at the front with Alex, even though I felt like I was not worthy of my place by his side at the moment. Tyler’s last words, which Alex had relayed to me once we reached the pack house, only made me more acutely aware of my inadequacy. Although I teared up and cried, I did my best not to sob. Knowing the resonance issue might make the whole pack feel the sorrow I felt, I knew I needed to be in better control of my emotions. There was no denying the fact that Tyler’s early departure hit us all hard, and more particularly his family, as to be expected. However, when his mother approached me, and I froze under her scrutiny, wondering if she would blame me for Tyler’s tragic death – like I did – she offered me a weak watery

