Savage Instinct

TORIN

I saw the blade moving toward Maevia before anyone else reacted. The guard moved too fast and stood too close.

I shifted without thinking.

Part of my wolf surfaced instantly as I stepped between them. My claws caught the guard by the throat before he could bring the blade down.

The corridor erupted into shouting.

I slammed him hard against the stone wall. The impact cracked part of the surfa