Yara’s heart raced as she approached the meeting spot, the samples tucked securely in a pouch slung across her shoulder. The quarantine had been long and nerve-wracking, but now it was time to pass on the precious cargo. She could see the start of the woods ahead, and beyond that, the figure of a wolf she presumed to be her contact.
Taking a deep breath, Yara stepped cautiously to the edge of the border. She carefully set the pouch down, ensuring it was clearly visible. "I have the samples," she called out, her voice steady despite the flutter of nerves. "I'm going to back away now."
With deliberate steps, she moved back, putting a safe distance between herself and the samples. Her eyes never left the other wolf, watching intently for any signs of movement. She raised her head slightly, signaling she was ready for the next step, whatever it might be. The air was thick with anticipation, and Yara braced herself for whatever was to come next.
