“What do you mean? Where do you plan to go?” Alpha Charles asked, staring at his daughter, who had just told them that she needed a break, and wanted to go on a journey.

“Honestly, I don't know yet. I was hoping you could help me speak to maybe one of your trusted friends. Maybe I can just stay there for a while.” Veronica replied.

“And how long are we talking about?” Her father inquired.

Veronica hesitated. “About a year or more than that.” She replied, squinting as she waited for her parents’ reaction.

“What!” Her parents exclaimed. “Why would you want to leave for that long?” They chorused.

“I...