When I learned about Zach's mental decline, I was not surprised but concerned that he might forget our friendship and revert to seeing me only as his beta. I made a conscious effort to address him by his first name in our telegram messages, relieved that he did not reject this gesture.
Even upon his return, I continued with the same approach, and once again, he did not show any signs of displeasure.
Kari was mistaken to believe that I had any good intentions for her. My previous kindness towards her was solely due to our joint search for a red-haired girl who matched her description.
My friendly demeanor was a ploy to keep her close until Zach's return. It was surprising that everyone mistook the pup's resemblance to Zach when in reality, he resembled Reid.
It is possible that Kari's spells were at play once again, but with two Lycans covertly guarding the tribe, she found herself entangled in a complex situation.
