Bryce clicked his tongue in frustration and ran towards her. Others, who were engrossed in their own training, looked at her as well.
They had a special division of female warriors in the Lupine Pack, and they were better than Astria. They couldn't help but be disappointed, as they thought she would be joining the ranks. She didn't seem worthy after seeing her performance.
"Shift back. It's alright. I'll take you home to rest." Bryce stroked the wolf's back, whispering words of comfort in her ear.
The wolf's ear twitched, and his breathing evened out. Soon, she shifted back. Astria rolled over on the ground, staring at the overcast sky with remnant tears in her eyes. They were red. Her chest felt choked up with negativity.
She was not going to cry, that was for sure. But it was so hard
