Nicole grabbed her books out of her locker in a swift motion. An argument with her dad was enough to set her in a bad mood. Oh well, at least she got by with living in her own apartment, so she was happy she was able to chose to be away from him so much. Just that dang phone call... 'Are you gonna let me die here alone?' 'Are you going to leave me just like your idiot of a mother did?' This ran through her brain as she walked down the hallway. Ugh, she had so much on her mind. All the time. Not to mention the lonely feeling inside.<br/><br/>"Hey, Nicki!" Stephan shot a bright smile in her direction, with a light wave of his hand. He usually didn't talk to her, but why not? Today was a new day. He brushed his hair out of his eyes with his his fingertips, still smiling. Well, more like a grin now. He'd seen Nicki in the hallway ever since 9th grade, even had a few classes with her here and there. Still does. He was new to the pack, and honestly didn't remember who was who... But he smelt that wolf smell he loved on her. She was in the pack, right? This was perfect.