Familiar Howl

The second time I woke, there was the sound of rocks hitting my window. I grinned because I knew exactly who it was. Rushing to the window, I found my best friend Elsie waving down at me. I waved back before going to my closet and grabbing a sweatshirt and shorts and then headed my way downstairs. When my feet hit the base of the steps, the smell of breakfast wafted in my nostrils. Which was strange due to the fact it was 5 am.  “Morning Dee” My father called from the kitchen. “Better eat up before you try and sneak out. Subterfuge is never successful on an empty stomach.” I bit my lower lip and walked into the kitchen with a begrudging sigh. “Good morning Father” The snark in my tone earned me a narrowed stare.  “Here,” He pushed pancakes across the counter. “You can eat these while you explain your plans today.” I ro

This was the first real-time tonight I felt nervous. I looked to Collin, and he let go of my arm, letting me step forward and out on to the front porch. McCallister waiting for me at the bottom of the steps while the nomads stood feet away from her. I hurried down the stairs and took my Alpha's hand. The moment my heels touched the bottom stair, I was overwhelmed with different scents. Scanning the scene before me, I saw twenty-some people standing in the front yard. My eyes fell on each one until I focused the head of the group, who was staring at me. 

Tate was still at the bar when I finished my shift. He watched me leave, and I was still trying not to be upset- but some part of me was. “Delilah?” A voice pulled from my depressing monologue. I turned to see Reid and Garret walking forward.