“Understood,” Ryder acknowledged. “Once training concludes,” he concurred with Helen, then turned his gaze towards Brianna. “I will accompany you all on a shopping excursion; we can dedicate the day to it.”
Although she did not require a day for it, she did not contest the matter since she had initiated the discussion and they required winter attire. “Very well, I must speak with Logan today before he encounters Nathan Avery,” she stated.
The boy scowled at the mere mention of the man’s name, yet remained silent.
“Nathan was enlisted for training this morning, for that specific reason,” Ryder conveyed to her.
“Good.” She rose. “Come on, Logan; Rowan and I need to converse.”
“Regarding?”She observed Logan enquire as he descended from the table, also noting that Ryder rose and frowned directly at him, yet chose to disregard it. She was accustomed to managing everything independently and was unlikely to maintain that approach with Ryder present consistently.
“Why not utilise my office?” It is tranquil, and no one will enter.
Brianna acquiesced and grasped Logan’s hand while awaiting Ryder’s passage. She was aware of the location of his office, situated opposite the pack-house entrance. Furthermore, I was aware that you did not guide an Alpha within his own pack, particularly to his own office.
He extended his hand to the boy, who accepted it.
She blinked as he advanced, necessitating their synchronisation with him, and observed the smile on his face before he averted his gaze. She could easily envision their appearance at this moment. He was evidently pleased. “Stella,” she called out, receiving a complete frown in response.
“I am present; there is no necessity to raise your voice.” The woman appeared to have risen to accompany them without solicitation.
“She should also be informed; it may assist in a… circumstance,” Brianna responded to his frown.
Observed him merely nod before resuming his walk.
As they were on the verge of entering his office, she heard a woman exclaim, “Alpha Ryder.” Both she and he turned in response. The older woman had long grey hair braided on the right side, cascading over her shoulder, and was dressed in loose-fitting jeans and a plain pink t-shirt. “Pause.. May I also enter, please?
“Annabella, your Elder,” Ryder declared calmly in response to her inquisitive expression.
She exhaled, “No, Nathan.”
“Recall during training.”
“Fine,” she murmured, then entered his office, releasing Logan’s hand as he began to explore the surroundings, displaying his inquisitive nature. Although she presumed this was his father’s office, he would have been aware of that. The man was also aware that he would eventually be expected to assume control. She had conveyed this to him. Was presumably departing to explore what would eventually be his destiny.
The woman entered the room, directed her gaze at Stella and frowned, inhaled her scent twice, then glanced at Ryder with an arched eyebrow.
He merely shrugged and stated, “We do not know yet.”
“It should be enjoyable for you upon her arrival.” The woman scoffed, smiled directly at Stella, slightly nodded her head, and then proceeded onwards. Ryder scowled at the woman now. It is probable that Annabella was sufficiently mature to comprehend the nature of Stella’s wolf, whereas Brianna and Layla were oblivious, and Ryder had also indicated his ignorance. It was intriguing; however, she appeared reluctant to provide further details.
Approached Brianna directly. “My goodness, you resemble your mother remarkably,” she smiled at Brianna. “My name is Annabella; I am your great-grandmother.”
“I have heard,” Brianna acknowledged, “What is it that you desire?””
“To clarify the nature of your relationship with Logan.” I apologise for not recognising your orphan status and for failing to retrieve you. <text“She presented a ring from her finger to Brianna, stating, “I also have this for Logan, for when he requires it.” “It will safeguard him, and there is no need to concern yourself with the fit.” Its enchantment will conform to him, akin to your pendant’s necklace; your wolf would have donned it, as they are magically infused to adapt to us and our wolves during transformation.
Brianna gazed at the ring. She recognised that it was crafted from the same stone as her pendant, and she was aware that her necklace had adapted to fit Layla as well. She had never removed it, nor contemplated doing so, even during her initial shift. She had observed it on her mother’s wolf, confident that it would not shatter.
I took the ring; Ryder had already informed me of my identity.
“Excellent,” Annabella acknowledged, “although I would have preferred to undertake that myself.” I suppose, given the circumstances, it is acceptable. Do you comprehend?
“I understand,” Brianna affirmed. “We are here to inform Logan, so his wolf does not manifest prematurely.”
“If he does, Brianna, it is acceptable.” I will accompany several other Elders to instruct the pack on the importance of not solely relying on their lupine senses. Your visibility alongside Logan is integral to the functioning of our entire pack.
Although you now bear the scent of Ryder and Logan, she smiled at the boy, you still retain the aroma of your lineage, as Rowan has not yet fully manifested. Why do you not take a seat while I elucidate the matter to him? I excel at elucidating concepts to children. Will you permit me?”
Brianna directed her gaze towards the boy and blinked at him.
