125 - Nothing of importance

Gamma Richard said, "I want to ask you something?" I was serious and said, "Is it about Alpha Ryan? He seemed off when I spoke to him today. In confusion, Gamma Richard asked, "What?" He whispered, "That was my excuse to talk to you." I was surprised and inquired, "That was your excuse? I really thought something was wrong with Alpha Ryan." Gamma Richard assured me, "Nothing is wrong with him." He is totally fine, and the pack too. The reconstruction is proceeding smoothly as well." I nodded but I was not convinced. Gamma Richard continues, "It is not about him, it is about me. I need your suggestion." I asked him, "What suggestion?" He looked at me with a serious face and answered, "I need your help in deciding what to do next." I thought for a moment and then responded, "Let's talk about it and see what the most appropriate course of action is."

He hesitated and then asked, "I want to make her comfortable while I look for the final stage. We have covered all but advancing to the fin