Elena's POV
Her fur was dark, almost black, with streaks of gold running through it. My senses had sharpened beyond what I thought possible. I could hear every movement, every breath, every heartbeat of the enemies around me. I could feel the pulse of the earth beneath my paws, the wind ruffling through my fur. And I could feel the pack.
They're counting on me.
The realization was like a spark, igniting my instincts. The rogue who had been about to strike me from behind was now the prey. I launched herself forward with a terrifying speed, my jaws snapping shut just inches from the rogue's throat. The impact sent the creature sprawling, and I was on him before he could recover. My teeth sank into his flesh, and I tore through his body with a savage efficiency I had never known. His blood coated my fur, and the thrill of the kill surged through me.