Family

The creature pulls on my arm and I resist the pull. Although there is no more space between us, it moves closer to me as though daring me. 

An action which most definitely irritates me and puts the will to stand up for myself in me. 

It pulls again and I stand up and push it away aggressively. The feel of touching it is inexplicable. It was as though my palms came in contact with rid cages that layed directly beneath the dark hood. 

What was more alarming was it's reaction. It didn't stager as expected but rather slid across the room till it got to the door. The movement was so smooth you'd think it slid on ice. 

I scream as it jumps from across the room growling and lands right before me. One hand on my neck and the other hand raised with nails which seem to have grown longer, ready to claw my face.

I close my eyes as I anticipate the antagonizi