Chapter 8: A Secret Spot

Tyler gave an understanding nod, then continued deeper into the forest with me close in tow.

"You haven't asked me anything about being the future Alpha," he remarked after we'd been walking in silence for a bit.

"I figured you'd tell me when you're ready," I replied with a shrug, having already made my decision in that regard.

"Well... I guess there's a lot, and I know we need to talk about it. But can we just have this day not to think about it?" he asked, his tone almost pleading.

"Sure," I replied, giving him a reassuring smile. "Whenever you're ready."

He sighed, clearly relieved. "Thank you," he murmured with gratitude.

As we continued deeper into the forest, the sounds from the park became a distant memory as they were replaced by wild birdsong and the buzz of bugs. The forest floor was carpeted with fallen leaves that crunched under our feet, adding to the symphony of nature.

"Tell me about Colorado," Tyler suggested, as we meandered through an area with a nasty thorn b