Alana's presence was what allowed Green Lake to avoid the fate of many of the packs that had been wiped out that night. When the Skinwalker saw how many of their enemies had surrounded the traditional pack, she deployed all her resources and exceeded her limits.
However, she couldn't lead them to victory without avoiding the death of many. The battle had ended with heavy casualties, and Green Lake was getting ready to honor his dead ones when Bloodhood's members and some of her tribesmen reached the pack's gates.
In the empty cabin where they had gathered several bodies, Cyrus was running his hand over Alana's back, whispering words in her ear to assure her that it wasn't her fault. The tender, comforting gesture froze when the alpha looked up and saw Silphie in front of him squinting her eyes.
