Astral Odyssey: Dying Ember
Hector shouted in frustration.
The ones that were too slow and had gotten knocked back, limped to Hector. They stared at the shadow of a wolf standing over Zira through the dust. When the dust finally cleared, Hector growled, "Who are you?"
Ward, however, did not respond. He did not snarl or growl back. He just kept watching them without blinking. However, his gaze was far too keen for Hector's liking. He knew that wolf meant trouble. Hector transformed into his human form. The rest of the pack followed suit. So, Ward did the same, while still standing protectively over Zira's body.