Issahil Growling I charged at my father but he easily dodged and I ended up falling on the grass, bruising my elbow. “Again!” He ordered and I jumped up to my feet, ignoring the burning pain of my bruise. I closed my eyes, and drew a sharp breath. We circled each other cautiously and then I charged towards him. Surprisingly, I got him this time, my claws grazing his arm, and then I noticed his expression. He seemed distracted and hadn't even seemed to notice the graze on his arm. “Father!” I called and his head turned sharply to look at me. “Is everything okay?” I asked, overwhelmed with concern. He gave me a smile that wasn't at all reassuring, and then turned to the forest behind us. “Hudson!” Hudson appeared immediately and came to join us. “I have to go do something. Spar w

