Chapter 86: Wind in Fur, Bond in Hunt

Malakai and Amari tore through the forest, their paws pounding the earth in unison. The wind whipped through their fur, carrying the scent of damp soil and new life.

Their tongues lolled out, enjoying the rush of the breeze as they ran. Malakai deliberately held back his speed, matching Amari's strides to ensure she could keep up.

As they ran, the trees blurred together, their leaves rustling softly in the wind. Sunlight filtered through the canopy above, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. The air was alive with the songs of birds and the distant calls of other beasts.

Malakai's intention in hunting with Amari was twofold. Firstly, he hadn't hunted with her in a long time, and she was still young when they last did.