Getting Bolder

Gonzalo was about to walk out of that door when Sofia emerged from the back of the house, pushing past him before he could reach the door. He had no idea if he was supposed to be relieved that Sofia was here or scared that she seemed so worked up.

"What's happening?" he hissed, already clenching his fists in apprehension.

"Seems someone's hurt," Sofia explained with a furrow in her brow. "They need my help. I think they were attacked by rogues. Stay here."

He exhaled as the tension left his shoulders. His initial worries dissipated. "Thank goodness. We thought it was-"

"The pack warriors?" she finished, shaking her head disapprovingly. “It is those bloody rogues again.”

She glanced towards River and Rain, who were huddled together on the bed. "River, keep Rain close. No noise, alright?"

River nodded tightly, her eyes wide with apprehension. "Go, attend to them Sofia. We’ll be fine here. They need you."

Sofia gave a single, worried nod before hurrying towards the front door. As she