David was pleased with Clara's turn around last night. When they'd gone back in the hall she was making a real effort to engage the other pack members. She made her concerns about moving fast clear so when they finished dinner he made no effort to join her in the bedroom. He thought she looked hurt, but would sleep on the couch until she said otherwise.

He decided not to wake her, thinking the girl needed as much sleep as possible after everything she'd been through. The couch wasn't comfortable and David was up early. He'd taken a shower and made some coffee. Then he sat and reviewed the giant...