Gabriella POV
Lake is quiet on the drive back to the pack. I can feel his emotions through our bond. His sadness, confusion, and fear are overwhelming. My heart breaks for my mate in this moment. Even though he only knew Blane for a short period of time he had great respect for him. He acted more fatherly than Raymond ever did. He is grieving his loss. I can't believe he appointed Lake as his successor. Lake wraps his arm around me pulling me closer. "When we reach the pack, I would like to take you on a run if you're up to it" Lake says. "I would love that." "Lake today was a lot and I'm proud of how you have handled yourself" my father says. "You have time to think about what to do with Blane's pack." "Bernard is very capable of overseeing everything until you decide how to proceed.
