Chapter Fourteen. Rescue

Ruby:

Throughout last night, I barely slept and ensured I had one of my eyes open. It would be foolish of me to let my guard down knowing that there was danger lurking.

I managed to distract myself by reading the book about medicine and health given to me by my grandmother, but that wasn't sufficient to take my mind off things.

There was an unsettling feeling permeating the air of this pack, as if the once-present light had been replaced by an overwhelming darkness.

Alex's soft snores filled the room, and I found peace in the fact that at least he managed to get some sleep. However, the lingering thoughts in my mind centered on finding a way to be around him constantly and investigating the mysterious voice, now confirmed by my son.

"Good morning, sweetheart. It's time to get ready for school," I said, gently shaking Alex awake. He greeted the morning with a big smile, his eyes still heavy with sleep.

"Okay, nanny. I'm excited for my first day!" He exclaimed, hopping out of bed with e