WHAT IS GOING ON

“What the hell” Alpha William shouted and drew back. He had bumped into something that was curled up at the door, he thought it was a pet or an animal seeking shelter in the warmth of the kitchen but when the object whelped and stood up, he knew it was a pack member. He wondered why anyone would think it was a great idea to sleep on the floor, especially in the kitchen. Shaking his head in disgust, he focused his wolf senses so he could see who it was and was surprised when he saw it was a female. What baffled him most was that he had not perceived her scent which was always poignant to him, standing before him she smelt only of exhaustion, anger, and pain.

"What are you doing here?" he asked, his voice hoarse and harsh more than he had intended it to be. Alpha William was aware that his exhaustion from caring for his sister was taking its toll on him. He expected Jane to explain her presence, but instead, she remained silent, her gaze fixed on the floor as if it held all the answers.