- Carlene -
I let my hands fall into my lap, playing with my fingers. “Everyone, including my parents believe I will be this great wolf, but I don’t want any part of it. To be honest I don’t want to even be part of the pack!” I said honestly, my eyes stared at my hands.

“So..well..I mean..are you the strongest and fastest?” She asked, curiosity trying to be hid in her voice.

“Yes, this year, on my 18 birthday, I’m supposed to take over.” I said sadly, bowing my head in defeat. I didn’t look up and she didn’t speak, sensing my discomfort on the subject.

The scent hit me first, the smell of my pack getting closer -the hunting pack anyway. “Go deeper!” I whispered, my eyes fixed on the mouth of the cave. “Go! Now!” I didn’t raise my voice but I gave her a dark look, and she took off into the cave.