Unwanted Bonds

As I conducted this frantic self-examination, a wave of disbelief washed over me. I had expected the pain from my prior injuries to linger for days, but there was no physical evidence of the torment I'd endured. Shifters were known for their remarkable regenerative abilities, but the speed at which my body had healed astonished me. However, I couldn't afford to dwell on this newfound resilience; I had more pressing questions.

"How long have I been here?" I inquired, my voice filled with a mixture of curiosity and unease, as I turned to Danielle for answers.

Her confirmation that I'd been unconscious for nearly a full day caught me off guard. It seemed like mere hours had passed since I'd been in that cave, struggling for my life.

My next question held even greater significance, "How long ago was the full moon?"

The answer would determine if I had somehow evaded detection by my old pack, or if I was s