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Inferna’s teeth sank into the wild ass’s flank, its panicked bray filling the air as it kicked wildly in an attempt to escape. Her jaws locked, her muscles straining to keep her grip, but she felt a surge of frustration as the young animal’s strength pushed against her smaller frame. She hadn’t expected it to fight this hard.

The pounding of another predator’s approach sent a jolt through her senses, and her gaze flicked up, catching sight of Zagan barreling toward her. For a moment, she braced for an attack, her pink eyes narrowing in defiance. But instead, he veered, leaping past her to cut off the donkey’s escape.

Inferna’s chest heaved as she released her grip and stepped back, watching with a mix of awe and suspicion as Zagan’s massive frame collided with the animal. His claws sank deep, his fangs striking with ruthless precision, ending the struggle with practiced efficiency.

Standing a few paces away, Inferna’s tail lashed behind her, her adrenaline still coursing. She studied him carefully, her instinct to defend her kill clashing with the realization that this stranger now probably wanted some of the spoils.

“Hey - that was mine,” she growled, her voice low but steady, her posture firm despite the uncertainty of the moment.

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