Two days later Rowena was ready. With her was Cora, whom Usher had specially assigned to accompany her on her journey.

Rowena cupped Vione's cheeks. "Don't worry, Vione. We'll see each other often. Besides, it's the only way I can make up for leaving you as a baby."

"No, Mama." Vione held Rowena's hands. "You did it so I could live with other werewolves. I understand that."

Still, Rowena's guilt remained. So, she promised to make up for it with happiness and togetherness in the future.

"I hope you take good care of yourself, Mama," Vione said, calming her heart. Then she took off the moon necklace she was wearing....