~ JESSE ~
"I can see that you grasp what true strength is," Maya said carefully a moment later, but her face was still firm, still skeptical. "But knowledge and understanding are not the same thing."
"That's why I need help. I know the pack functions in a hierarchy, but I don't understand how it works. I know Cazz has been wounded and that's why he lashes out, but I don't understand why he chose me if I trigger that. I know wolves are having conversations in their minds all the time that I can't hear, but I don't understand how the packmind works… or if I can access it without that stupid drink."
Maya frowned. "All things your mate should have explained and helped you understand," she grumbled. "It is a good sign that you were able to access the packmind with a little help. But it isn't a guarantee you'll ever be able to do it unaided. Or that you would want to."
I sighed. "I do wonder. I'm sure you heard. It was a complete disaster."
