The first thing that I noticed when I woke up this morning was my headache, pounding harshly against my temples. I tried to ignore it and get through my day, but it was such a bother. My animals must have noticed that something was wrong because they backed up a bit when I walked around them. I winced as I put my water can away. I didn't visit Klaus that much, but I guess one time couldn't hurt. I knew that he would yell at me for going to the clinic two days in a row. I didn't want to go through one of his stupid lectures. I guess my annoyance must be obvious because everyone in town avoided me. Besides Soseki of course.
I had ended up talking with him, mostly to apologize. He forgave me easily, being the way he is. I honestly expected him to be more upset at me. I guess he was so easygoing about it because I made my mind? I shook my head and made my way to the clinic. I felt a little bit better seeing that Olivia was running her stall in the middle of the plaza. Seeing it empty would have broken my already fragile heart. I knew that the other two would be stuck as a wolf for the whole day. I grabbed the door to the clinic, looking back at it when I realized that it was locked.
Klaus never closed the clinic, even when he wasn't home. I felt a bit worried. Did something happen to him? Who took care of Klaus if he himself got hurt? It never occurred to me until now. Maybe he didn't want to be disturbed. The upper lights were on. Maybe he didn't feel like opening shop today. I gave a small groan. What was I going to do now? I couldn't ignore the chills that went through me. I guess I can take a walk to calm myself. I took small breaths as I walked through the trees.
I couldn't see any wild animals at all during my walk. I tried to ignore the bad feeling in my gut. They must smell the pack and ran off in fear. But they would be inside right now. I think they would be. I felt too depressed to check on my friends. Alison's parents must have gotten someone else to watch over her. I felt bad, being one of her main babysitters. Winter hasn't been over that long. That's probably why I'm so cold. I wrapped my arms around myself as my stomach churned inside of me. I put my hand on my mouth as my throat felt like exploding. I ran over to the hammering tree and vomited. I closed my eyes, the smell slightly disorienting me. My head was pounding like crazy. I wiped my mouth, backing up a bit.
Goosebumps dotted my skin as I shook slightly, feeling my heart begin to speak up it's beat. Blood rushed all over my body as if preparing for the worst. I felt like my body was tearing itself apart. My eyes opened in realization at what today was. There's no way. It can't be. It wasn't possible. I couldn't be. . .
I sank to my knees as the pain intensified. I curled my fingers into the grass as my vision started going black. The last thing I saw before passing out was a flash of red. Or was it orange? I let my mind go blank as I fell to my side lightly.
This is bad. We should move her, honey. What if someone from town comes? We aren't exactly that far in.
I see no reason to move her. I've got a good feeling about this. Besides, Rod is watching out for anyone. Got that, Rod?
Yes! I've got it!
But-
Trust me, princess. We have everything under control. Hey look, she's moving.
I shifted myself a bit when I began to hear voices. I let my eyes open slowly, revealing that I was still in the forest. But I wasn't alone. I raised my head to see two wolves. Two very familiar wolves. I looked back to see that I wasn't human. All I could see was white fur. Ending with a fluffy white tail. I was right. I had shifted into a wolf. I glanced up to see the moon through the clouds. It must be nighttime now. I let my eyes fall back to the couple.
So Hazuki? You are one too? Alex licked my cheek, Why am I not surprised?
I guess so, I raised myself to my paws, This is such a weird feeling.
You will get used to it, Allen licked his paw before rubbing it on his face, Looks like we need to get a new babysitter, huh?
I guess so, honey.
What are you guys doing outside? I tilted my head, I thought that you guys were in your house.
I knew that you were cursed, Allen explained, I saw the signs and watched over you. So of course I knew what was going on with Neil and Soseki.
I knew that was you that one day!
Allen, that's rude, Alex shook her head at him before turning back to me, Welcome to the pack Hazuki!
