What A Nuisance

Maria didn’t miss the groan, though she did pay it little mind as she lead the way. Her steps were light, almost carefree as she strode through the familiar part of the forest. She moved happily along, ears twitching every so often as she caught the sound of this animal or that. Nothing seemed out of place to the golden she-wolf and for that she was very, very grateful. Her home here was peaceful, she thought, and there hadn’t been any serious signs of trouble since she arrived in Auster.

Yet just like that Shadow seemed on edge. He moved before her, taking on a protective stance. Maria’s ears lowered, her brow furrowing and blue eyes shown with worry. What was going on? A soft whine built up in her throat, a soft voice escaping her as she quietly asked; “Shadow?” Had he picked up on something out of the norm for her peaceful abode?