Back at the sled, the team had just returned from their run.
"I'm really glad we can still be friends, Ralph," said Dusty as the four of them walked together.
"Me to," said Ralph.
"So are we cool, Ralph?" asked Kodi.
"Yeah," said Ralph. "You know me. I'm too lazy to hold a grudge."
They were about to walk into the boiler room when suddenly Balto came running up to them and said, "Kodi, your sister Aleu. She's back!"
"Really?" exclaimed Kodi happily.
"Yes," said Balto. "But she's kind of upset. Your mother and I tried talking to her but it didn't seem to do any good."
Kodi frowned. "What's wrong with her?" he asked concerned.
Balto shook his head. "She's… depressed. She doesn't think she has anything to live for. Your mother and I are worried that she might go back to the wolves again, and that would break your mother's heart. So I want you to go and try to cheer her up."
"Well, of course," said Kodi. "Where is she?"
"She's in my old boat where I used to live."
"Hey, we'll come to," said Dusty.
"Oh, thanks, guys," said Kodi.
"No, problem. Besides, I'd like to meet your sister," said Dusty.
Balto smile. "That will be great," he said, turning to leave. "Good luck."
"Hey, Kodi, you think I might have a shot with your sister?" asked Ralph.
Balto turned and glared at Ralph. "I'm still here, you moron!"