There was no way Mayhem would forget. Her brother died for her! She should have been the one, but instead it had to be the one she was closest to. The dog just didnt understand.

River had to help Mayhem with her past, but he didnt know how. So, after the meal, he broguht her back into the den and asked her " What is it about your past, that I dont understand, Mayhem? I want to help you" he wrapped himself aroun her shivering body.

Mayhem sighed. "Theres.. so much. Father killed mother, then it was just us three. Crow was the one who saved us, even if he was the runt. Then.. the truck came along, and.. he was gone. Its not fun, fighting for your life. Set up in a two against one, they just.. didnt care how small a puppy was, how scared they could be. Then.. I ran, years later. Then I found here."

River growled " Mayhem, thats enough. You need to rest. Then Aeires will help you" he closed his eyes and took a nap.

No one understands. Mayhem sighed, she stood up and walked out. She wasnt hungry, and just needed some time to cope.

Rive did understand, but he was trying everything in the wrong order. I have to do something about this. " Mayhe-" he said but she had already gone.

Ash was out eating and saw Mayhem " Hey, Mayhem.. come sit and eat with us."

"I'm not hungry. Thanks." Mayhem seemed dull. She wasnt her bouncy, troublemarker self. The dog just needed someone to understand. To understand that shes going through a lot. Mayhem sits down right before the slope, staring out into the forest. I wonder what Crow would think of this place.

Then Aster walked up to her. She would understand " Dear?" she said " Whats wrong?"

"No one understands." Mayhem replied, her voice laced with sadness.

" Oh darling, dont say that. River will understand, but if you need someone to talk to, im right here. " she lifted the dogs face " It will be our little secret. "