Two days had passed since Ashleigh’s arrival in Summer, and the events that had led to a scar on her jaw that would remain with her for the rest of her life.
The wolves of Summer were now gathered at her request.
The feeling through the crowd was tense and agitated. Those who had been involved in the fighting were monitored and kept on low doses of sedatives to help ease their anxieties and keep them calm. Still, the eyes in the crowd looked on each other with suspicion.
Ashleigh stepped onto the stage. They turned to look at her. Many faces lit up, hoping she would announce her intention to remain and lead Summer. Others didn’t look up or turned away, not understanding why she was even there.
Galen, Bell, Fiona, and Landon were also in attendance. They remained at the back, allowing Ashleigh to speak without their influence on the crowd.
She stepped forward to the microphone placed for her and cleared her throat.
