The next few days were a blur of training and struggle. Dante pushed her to her limits, challenging her in ways she hadn't thought possible. Each day, she grew stronger, the wolf inside her becoming less of a stranger and more of a part of her.
But there were moments—moments when the wildness took over, when the beast threatened to rise, and Kavy found herself battling for control.
During one session, as the sun began to set and the sky turned a deep shade of purple, Dante had her run through the forest. The goal was simple: outrun him.
Kavy knew this was about more than just physical speed. It was about learning to harness the power inside her, to use the wolf's instincts and strength to her advantage. She could hear him behind her, his footfalls steady and sure, but she wasn't sure how much longer she could keep up the pace.
The air was thick with the scent of pine, and Kavy's breath came in heavy gasps. She could feel the pull of the wolf—she could feel the power of it coursing through her, and she knew she was holding back. The wolf inside her was ready to unleash, to run faster, harder, but Kavy was afraid. Afraid of what would happen if she let it go completely.
But then, Dante's voice rang out, low and commanding, breaking through the chaos in her mind. "Run, Kavy. Let go."
Without thinking, she did.
The change was instantaneous. Her body surged forward, her muscles working in perfect harmony as the wolf inside her took over. Her senses sharpened even further, the world around her turning into a blur of sound and movement. She felt the wind in her fur, her paws pounding against the earth, and for the first time, the wildness felt right. It felt natural.
She could hear Dante behind her, but she was too fast, too powerful now. The gap between them widened, the thrill of the chase lighting up her soul. She could feel her heart pounding in time with the earth beneath her feet.
The wolf was a part of her now, a force that she could not deny, a force that had been waiting for her to claim it.
And for the first time, Kavy Carter didn't feel afraid.