Book 4: A Dream Break

Hazel’s POV

“Ready?” asked Stavros, picking up our backpacks for the trip. With the others declining to join us, it seemed like a much-needed date for us. We took Felixe’s car to Back Bay, the starting point of our journey. I had no idea Stavros had booked a covered jet boat for only the two of us. We left the dock at 7:30, exploring the Back Bay first.

“We’ll try ice fishing too.” I grinned, knowing how good Stavros was at it. I could too, but only for survival. Having led a sheltered life, I never had to, but I knew all the hunters in our pack did it almost daily.

“And?” He grinned and showed me the attractions along the shore as we crossed them. The boat took us past the Old Town waterfront to see the iconic houseboats before heading to Yellowknife Bay.

“Do you want to stay in a houseboat?” he asked, but I shook my head vehemently.

“No, I’m not comfortable sleeping over water.”

“Hey, me too. No wonder we’re fated!” I grinned at