Shadows of Heart : The Awakening
“You’re… beautiful.”
The wolf’s ears twitched, a playful gleam in her eyes. “So are you. And together, we’ll be unstoppable.”
The two stared at each other for a long moment, a bond of unity forming like a lock clicking into place. Zoe felt the wolf’s strength merge with her own, their hearts beating in perfect rhythm.
“Are you ready?” the wolf asked.
Zoe took a deep breath, her nerves melting away. “I’m ready.”
The pain returned, but it was no longer terrifying. It was transformative. Zoe’s body reshaped itself, bones shifting, muscles rippling, her senses sharpening as she let the wolf take over. When the change was complete, the crowd gasped.