Bloody First Steps

TALIA POV

My front left paw crossed over my right, sending me face-first into the frozen mud.

Four legs felt like an elaborate punishment designed by the Moon Goddess. I pushed my snout out of the damp moss, spitting dirt and pine needles, only for my rear paws to slide sideways in opposite directions. My tail twitched with useless fury.

Sparrow offered nothing of value inside my skull: "You are