Chapter 34

The change to wolf form always made her feel exhilarated. Her senses were heightened and she could feel the latent strength of her muscles. Stretching first her front legs and then her back, she raised her muzzle to the sky, squinting up at the moon and sniffing the air. An exciting blend of scents assaulted her brain: other wolves, plant life, rabbits and squirrels, but most importantly, Kane.

There was something about being in wolf form that made their bond seem stronger and hope fluttered inside her. Maybe this was what they needed, the chance to do things together just for fun, to let their inner wolves get to know each other. Already instinct was kicking in and she couldn’t resist rubbing against Kane and licking at his face.

For his part, Kane seemed equally affected. He nuzzled her then began sniffing at her from head to toe. When he finished his inspection, he yipped at her to follow and soon they were off, loping through the woods. Unlike the previous time they