Ralph's POV
Running back to the arena, I regained control and swiftly shifted, putting on the clothes provided for us after the run. The haunting howls of other wolves echoed through the woods.
I don't see Athena around, and given what I overheard involving Bardulf, I felt compelled to check on her.
The thought of my friend being connected to Athena brought a sense of humiliation that I'd address later.
Tracing Athena's scent, I found her with crossed arms, standing with Tala and Ulf. My instincts signaled trouble, especially with Ulf's mischievous grin.
“I have a wolf!” Athena exclaimed.
“Prove it” Ulf, clearly up to mischief, challenged her with a hateful smirk. Determined to prevent a confrontation, I hurried over, standing behind Athena.
“She has a wolf,” I declared loud
