Vrika's response to my clear sidestepping was decisive - images of pack hunts, sharing kills, and protective circles. Pups playing, learning the foundations of everything they need to someday do the same while adults watched them.
A deep satisfaction of belonging somewhere. Being responsible for the others' wellbeing. I can feel my breathing grow heavy and rapid again as it pushes these things towards me as if not accepting this is unthinkable.
> That's not... I can't... <
I tried to reject the vision the spirit shared - but the way I'd immediately stepped between those security guards and the teenagers?
Followed a woman I barely know all the way home because she was drunk and possibly unsafe..
Shamed an Alpha in a public place because she frightened my 'new friend'.
As well as the care I'd taken setting up this space for two people. Whether it was only for the growing child or… her.