Emily had been a part of the pack for a few weeks at this point, and during that time she had started to form bonds with a few of the other members. She found that they were kind and welcoming, always prepared to give an ear or offer support, and she learned that she could count on them.

But despite the generosity of the pack, Emily couldn't help but miss her family and friends back home. She yearned for her former existence, including her family and friends as well as the independence that came with being a normal human being.

After a session of training one day with Dmitry and...