The sound of a steady beat was upon the earth. Her feet kept a fast pace, her heart throbbing hard in her chest. Her long black braids blew in the wind. She was a petite girl with dark blue eyes and a heart shaped face. Her breathing became louder and her chest burned in agony. Panic reflected on her face. The leaves crunched underneath her bare feet as she fought her way out of the forest. She stopped to listen for it. Light peaked from the top of the tree canopy, showing the different shades of the green, to her, it looked all the same. Her mind swam in confusion of how to get out. Where should I go? Where is the path out? Are these the last questions I’ll ever ask before I die?
The pounding of paws were near, a canine whine echoed in the forest. She snapped her head to figure where it was coming from. Her heart skipped a beat as she bent down and clutched the grass, trying to feel the vibration of the beast. It was coming from behind her. She took off almost tripping in defeat. The farther she ran the closer the beast was behind her. It was gaining up on her. She tried to fight back her tears. Wonderful family memories congested her mind only making it harder to think about her next move. The sound of another beat was on the earth, a more heavy rhythm. She turned to see a gray, shaggy wolf approaching.
She knew this was the end.
Where was she to run from something so big but so beautiful? The way it moved so swiftly with every running step. The eyes on the wolf were mezmorizing. They read pride and power as they locked on to hers. She figured if this was the last thing she could see on earth than she would take advantage. The wolf suddenly stopped and slowly crept towards her. She studied each movement, each strand of long fur that blew in the crisp air. She took a deep breath, her last breath. Closing her eyes, the wolf crouched in position and sprung at the innocent girl.

