23. Pack's Council II

[Gabriel's POV]

I found myself back at my father's house in Willowvale, the place where I had grown up, seeking solace amidst the turmoil that had unfolded. The weight of the recent events bore heavily on my soul, leaving me feeling lost and uncertain about what lay ahead.

As I wandered through the familiar rooms, memories of my father enveloped me, whispering through the walls. His absence was palpable, a void that seemed to widen with each passing day. But in this moment of despair, I sought refuge by the river, a place that had always held a special significance for both of us.

The gentle sound of the flowing water soothed my troubled mind as I settled by the riverbank. The rhythmic melody of nature's symphony washed over me, mingling with my thoughts and emotions. Here, amidst the lush greenery and the gentle caress of the breeze, I hoped to find some semblance of clarity.

As I gazed at the rippling waters, memories of my father danced before my eyes. I could almost see him, stand