"Most young or new Weres can't really control the monthly change. I'm only now just getting to the point where I could change my cycle, but at this point I don't see the point in the extra effort. New moon or full moon doesn't make much of a difference; I still need a specific night off a month. Holding it back even one or two nights can get to the point of making work impossible, so I'd need to take time off, and well-- Residents don't get the time."

Isaac smiles at her, and at the statement. He can understand that. "It's hard, isn't it? I want to trust you too, but strange place, no pack... It's hard to feel secure enough to trust."