chapter 44

Sierra pov.

"Henry," I exclaimed, feeling as if I was about to pee on myself with excitement. He smiled warmly at me, and without a second thought, I rushed towards him, throwing my arms around him in a tight embrace. Overcome with emotion, I felt tears pricking at the corners of my eyes, and my heart swelled with joy.

As we pulled away from the hug, I gazed at Henry in disbelief, unable to contain my happiness at seeing him again. I had assumed he had left for another pack, but now I knew that I had a friend I could confide in and talk to.

"How?" I asked breathlessly, and Henry simply smiled, placing his hands gently on my shoulders.

"Sierra, you don't think I would leave without seeing my friend or saying goodbye, do you?" he said with a chuckle.

My heart leaped with gratitude as I realized that Henry was still the same funny and caring friend I remembered. As we walked together, I noticed that people were staring at us, but Henry lifted my chin gently and encouraged me to hold my h