I stayed near the lake, playing around, jumping and digging my paws into the soft sand. The grains nestled against my fur, sending a calming sensation through me. I should have gone back already—it wasn’t safe to linger—but I couldn’t bring myself to leave. The feeling of being in my wolf form was just too exhilarating, too freeing.
From here on out, things would get easier. At least, that’s what Selena said. Once you master the transformation, you’ll be able to shift anytime you want, her voice rang softly in my mind. We can take more runs in the woods, be one with nature.
“Really?” I asked, the excitement in my voice clear. “That would be amazing! But you know I’m a slave, Selena. I can’t exactly feel free all the time.” I sighed. “Still, I guess I could wake up earlier than everyone e
