~Cherish~ I square my shoulders and keep my posture strong. I hear her erratic breathing behind me; a whimper escapes every few breaths. The man in front of me exudes a confidence that I find false and artificial. “Well, pretty lady. Are you going to come willingly, or are we going to play first?” I say nothing, sizing him up. He’s definitely taller than I, and his muscles scream strength. I’m a little nervous, but now isn’t the time to show it. Now I need to remember what it is to be a Luna and keep my pack members safe. He advances toward me, menace evident in his eyes. He reaches out, his hands gripping my shoulders. I waste no time throwing a knee up, catching him in the stomach. He doubles over and stumbles back. I take it one step further and use my other leg, roundhouse kicking

