Chapter 241: Unfiltered Chaos

THORNE

The weight of exhaustion pressed down on my shoulders as I reviewed the transport manifests for what felt like the hundredth time that morning.

Getting Lake's medical equipment back to Silver Creek was proving to be a logistical nightmare that required specialized vehicles, trained medical personnel, and enough security to protect a small convoy.

Between coordinating with Dr. Sloane, arranging pack housing assignments, and managing the political fallout of our extended absence, I felt like I'd aged a decade in the past week.

Samuel and Silvia had been invaluable in helping prepare our return strategy, their years of experience in pack politics proving crucial as...