In This Moment

Mercury gave a light chuckle as he trotted closer. The wing was icy against his fur, raking through the thickness of his coat and letching away much of his warmth. A good bit of exercise would help to warm him up, and he already knew that Nelu was a quick study and a pleasure to teach. The Commander watched with a careful eye as the white wolf followed his instructions, moving his back to the wind and narrowing his eyes. Mercury of course would try to turn and lead him back into the wind during the practice match. That was the point of training in these conditions, to learn how to anticipate what your opponent would do.

“Excellent, into position then” he instructed. His voice was both warm and commanding as he did the same. Tucking his tail, slicking back his ears, narrowing his eyes. His paws were spread out, and his toes dug into the earth behind him. He appreciated the extra bit of traction as a strong gust of wind swept through him. Yes, moving would definitely be good. Anything to warm them up a little.

They were both turned so that they followed the direction of the wind, neither wishing to start the match with the wind tearing at their vision. Of course, it wasn’t really avoidable in a match. Nelu gave up the advantage as he faced off with the Commander, as he lashed out Mercury snapped his head down low, baring his teeth at the other wolf. As his green eyed opponent went for his side, he attempted to snap his own teeth at Nelu’s chest. Immediately feeling the strength of the wind as he turned his head with the attack.

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