Sleep was hardly a companion that greeted the Rye monarch since the disappearance of her mate. Every night she sat erect outside the den, hoping that the wind in the Rye would inform her of his return. Thus far, they received no such luck. She would allow her body be consumed with sleep only when it was needed, before she would continue on her duties as alpha and resume her post until the next morning. As the sun rose, foot steps approached, but they were a bit to heavy to be those of her mate. Tired emerald eyes turned to lock gazes with her second. No smile greeted the other woman today. "Adelayde...anything?"

Adelayde was the longest-standing member that had stood by the Rye Queen's side since the pack's founding. Never had Jessie needed to question her loyalty. Time and time again the monochrome woman had been able to count on the Second to keep an eye on the pack and ensure that everything ran smoothly while she was away. Not only had she proved herself as a valued member in the scouting and guarding aspect of pack life, but also as one of Jessie's confidants. That could not be said for many wolves in the pack. So when Adelayde called for her about mid-morning, her voice coming from the communal den, the Tainn did not hesitate in setting out to see what the woman needed. Trespassers and strangers that wanted something were a bother but Jessie could deal with her Second in Command. Grey paws padded lightly on the ground and slowed as she approached the communal den, emerald eyes falling upon the other woman. Jessie would not beat around the bush, "What can I do for you, Adelayde?"