The moon shone brightly at its highest point, reminiscent of the last full moons he had experienced. He assigned Beta Rocco and Debby to lead. He was unable to take charge of the transition as he would be accompanying Scarlett. Shawn and Sven were unable to do so as they were located in the east. Rocco and Debby had effectively guided the team during the past shifts, and Zachary had confidence in their choices.

Scarlett and Zachary departed from the group and roamed through the lands, distancing themselves from the other packs, while remaining in their human forms. Upon reaching the location they thought would offer the most security, Scarlett...