Banja took the lead, her powerful legs propelling her forward. The wind rushed past her ears as the forest came alive with the sounds of her pack. The scent of pine and earth filled her senses, and for the first time in months, she felt truly free.
Tim kept pace beside her, his presence comforting. “Feels good, doesn’t it?” he mind-linked, his voice full of pride and joy.
“It feels amazing,” Bella admitted, pushing herself faster. “I didn’t realize how much I missed this.”
The group moved in a graceful formation, their footfalls silent against the forest floor. Bella relished the sensations, the cool air on her fur, the strength in her limbs, and the thrill of the run. For a moment, all her worries melted away. No threats, no looming shadows, just the moon, the forest, and her pack.
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