A Rake's Progress

"I always feel like someone is watching me"

Boy that was true for any wolf that wants to survive. You have to know when someone is on your tail. They call it sixth sense - its probably a combination of the other five working at a subconscious level. Whatever. Someone is watching. Yet this feels different.

I've crossed paths with a few wolves now on my journey, they seem a pretty harmless bunch. These are harsh lands. But wolves are obviously surviving in them. Which means there are pickings to be had. Wolves who can do the dirty work for me. Let me lead the life of luxury I deserve.

Yes there she is. Hmmm interesting looking. Interesting in a bad way or a good way? Is there actually much difference between bad way and good way? Interesting was better than boring whether bad or good.

Her gold fur certainly has its appeal. Seen it before on one of the wolves back in the old country. And the gold bangles seem to say she is someone important. Or thinks she is. Well I can mix it with the best of them.

As I approach she stands firm. Interesting. Lets see if she lets me get closer. She must know I'm here - yet doesn't look at me. Cool customer eh. Well your dealing with the coolest of them babe.

Just a body length apart. No sign of recognition. I wonder. Those clouded eyes. Beautiful but I wonder - are they sightless. Guess I can only ask.

"Hello. Forgive my rudeness, but I'm intrigued, can you see? If not its a tragedy, for you'll never be able to see what a work of true beauty you are. Unfairly, nature has given me that opportunity, I feel almost embarrassed at having that advantage over you. My name is Eadred and I would be pleased to be of service to you, as my way of repaying the debt I have for allowing me to witness your golden radiant beauty"