Claws on Ice
I cried, my hands shaking as I reached out, though I didn't dare touch her.
“It was just a harmless joke because she was being mean on the ice, I swear I didn't know!”
“A prank?” Mom took a step toward me, “You humiliated the Northern Alpha's child on a regional stage! You broke protocol, made us a target, and brought a war to our doorstep for a cheap laugh! Do you have any idea what the cost of your selfishness is?”
I swallowed hard, looking desperately at Dad for help. He was always the quiet one, but he just stood there, staring at the ground, his jaw clenched so tightly the muscles in his cheek were jumping.