Bleeding heart

As Cassy followed Eleanor through the forest, she stole glances at the woman. Her posture was stiff and she didn't so much as spare Cassy a glance.

"You don't like me much, do you?"

Eleanor smiled. "I'm sure we can set aside our differences for the better of the pack. For the Alpha's child in your womb."

Cassy's shoulders caved. "I'm really sorry, about all of this. I really didn't want any of it."

Cassy meant it. She felt for Eleanor and she was going to give Lino a piece of her mind when they returned.

"It's alright. I understand," Eleanor answered and flashed her another bright smile before inclining her head to a different path. "This way. People rarely come here. Only Lunas can walk here. "

Cassy nodded, following her deeper into the forest. The walk was refreshing and the chirping of birds filled the air. She felt the slight change in the aura when they stepped foot into it. The serenity of it. The strength in the air. The way time seemed to sti