My Promise

Alina's POV

“What are you doing here?" I ask in surprise. Humans from the town close by sometimes wander onto the edge of the southern territory due to the nature trail not far off outside the border, where the waterfall is situated. They lose their way but the pack scouts patrolling the area usually herds them toward the town safely. It’s rare but it happens. I relax a little but am still aware of my surroundings.

“Oh thank god, I thought I’d be lost out here all night and be eaten by wolves. Hi Alina, fancy seeing you around here. I was just taking a walk when I heard a few wolves howling really close. I’m afraid I didn’t handle it too well and lost the trail when I ran off.” He explains sheepishly while leaning forward with his hands on his knees, out of breath as he glances around behind him.