This time, he would approach her without Sadie present and would clarify the misunderstanding as soon as possible, informing her that Sadie was his younger sister. He was uncertain whether she would believe him or if she was aware that his father had a second chance mate.
Although she would have been part of the pack, aged 10 at the time of Sadie’s birth, she would have been experiencing her own grief due to the loss of both parents and likely felt utterly forsaken by the pack.
No one had attended to her; he was entirely unaware of how she managed to survive independently within the pack at such a tender age. There had been no one to nurture her, and her existence within the pack had undoubtedly been unfavourable. Consequently, persuading her to return home and reintegrate into a pack could prove to be exceedingly challenging.
She had become a rogue, and he exerted no influence over her whatsoever. He could not simply command her to comply; she would probably gaze at him and subsequently laugh. He did not wish to intimidate her in any manner, as that would only increase her resistance to returning home and heighten her aversion to pack life. Likely disapproved of that now.
He intended to converse with her, attempting to persuade her to return home, to allow Logan to rejoin the pack, to experience the essence of his own world, to be integrated within a pack.
Ryder was entirely unaware of any interactions Logan may have had with wolves, aside from Alpha Nathan, who had merely issued threats on both instances. No beneficial outcomes would have arisen from those interactions. The boy may not be interested at all.
Ryder was unaware of what Brianna had conveyed regarding wolves or pack life; however, if she had shared any information, it was improbable that it would be positive, as she likely possessed no favourable memories whatsoever.
She could have either remained silent or conveyed her negative and distressing experiences, which were likely her reality. He was unaware that he would have to discover the truth through difficult means, by inviting the boy to return home or to observe the dynamics of pack life.
He was entirely unfamiliar with his own child, lacking any bond with his wolf Rowan, which could lead Logan to outright reject him as his father and decline to return home until a connection was established. He was displeased by that notion, and Aiden shared his sentiment.
Directed Thomas, “Return to the Pack, Thomas.” I am uncertain at this juncture whether I can admit her. She believes that Sadie is my partner. I am uncertain whether she educated Logan about our kind. It may require some time. I propose he emerge from retirement to relieve my brother of Alpha responsibilities, thereby preventing Nathan from challenging him regarding Brianna’s treatment. When he presumably lacks awareness of the situation as well. Reinstate the individual accountable for this specific predicament to the forefront of scrutiny. That is to say.
Thomas stood and remarked, “It will resolve itself, Ryder. Just remain composed, courteous, and avoid exacerbating the situation.”
“Coercing the situation is not my approach; that is characteristic of her family. I would not be in this predicament if her insufferable cousin had not threatened to abduct Logan to compel her to return home with him.” She only made her escape evident by fleeing the country.
“We will contact him to resolve that matter as well.”
“Proceed with that action!” Given the numerous threats he issued, it is unlikely that Brianna will be inclined to visit the Hot Moon Pack to meet with the Dieng Elders. He doubted her willingness to do so.
Nathan ought to have initiated with, ‘I believe I am your cousin.’ Which pack did you originate from?Not a threat to compel her presence. He ought to have elucidated his position to her in order to secure her trust. This would likely have significantly improved the situation, and she might have accompanied him or permitted the Dieng Elders to meet her at her store for a discussion.
Nolan’s Perspective
Learning that Ryder had fathered a son with Brianna Layla caused his heart to ache. He felt a profound sense of loss for Luna, his pack member, aware of her immense suffering, yet he had been powerless to alleviate her plight, despite his efforts. He scoured the pack, searched extensively, and became disoriented multiple times within his own territory while seeking Brianna, nearly pulling out his own hair in frustration.
He had sensed her pain and had longed to provide her comfort, yet he had never managed to locate her. I was unaware of her identity, appearance, or residence within the pack; I knew nothing about her, only her anguish regarding her circumstances.
He had fervently attempted to locate her on the day she rejected Ryder, aware that she was likely within the pack-house, presumably observing Ryder at the moment of her refusal, yet he remained unable to find her. His futile search of the pack-house that night had caused him to lose her entirely.
