ills, calling for a spin, and I lose the scent in the crowd before I can even ask Lana to find out a little more.

The party wears on, and I allow myself another brief break from dancing. I’m leaning against the wall, nursing another drink and watching the crowd for any pack I haven’t spoken to yet when I see her. Estrella. She’s dancing with that woman she walked in beside, laughing as they both struggle with no one leading. My heart hammers.

Fuck it. I’m dancing with representatives of every pack. It would be strange if I avoided Sundrop Gem. I wait until she and the woman leave...