Quickly Fading

"...The little rabbit could feel her master's body turn cold. She knew the Moon Goddess was dying! How the tiny creature cried for the Lady!" 

Tuzi's voice, filled with sorrow from the tragic memories, echoed loudly against the walls of the dining hall. Accompanying her tearful recollections, were the sound of sniffling from the various warriors and serving maids who sat in the audience, enthralled by the tale that the rabbit shifter was weaving.

As Tuzi's hazel eyes scanned the captivated crowd, she saw that even her loving fiancé Taiga was lured in by the story. His handsome face marred with sadness. He could not look away from his mate, whose hopeful tale had taken on such a tragic turn.

The rabbit shifter's heart ached at the sight of the young Alpha's anguish. Yet still, she knew the full tale must be told!