"I saw you from over t-t-there," he continued, watching her over my shoulder, "you are so beautiful. What is your name?"
The girl stared up at him with a mixed look on her face. The terror was still there, but she looked curious about him, too. I prayed terror would not win out, when that happened we had to literally put her in a padded room.
I placed one hand on Rick's chest and one hand pulled his chin until he was looking in my eyes.
"She has been hurt and she is not a wolf. Why are you over here? Go back with the others," I commanded.
My claws had grown a little and I knew my eyes were glowing gold. Rick looked stunned and the emotions washed over his face.
"I just want to talk to her. I won't hurt her, I promise. May I please talk with her, Madam Alpha?"
Joel's voice crept into
