You don’t look like you are from these parts.
So what brings you out into the woods? Got lost or something?
A fleeting look of relief on her face. Oh good. I hate getting lost in these woods. They’re treacherous.
I agree, especially how deadly they can be when one is, you know, attacked by a bear!
Bears?! Are you serious? Why didn’t you say something before?! What did you do to fend it off?! Are you alright?! Are you hurt?!
No, no! It’s okay! The bear was very chill and relaxed! Just told me some life advice! The bear told me to do something that I can’t share because it is classified! But don’t worry, I am perfectly okay!
… You’re telling me that you were attacked by a bear but you’re okay because the bear was chill and gave you some life advice?
shakes head, walks off, mumbling to herself about crazy people
But seriously, I think I might’ve gotten a couple of scars…
Turns back around. Scars? Let me see them.
Sure thing! Pulls up sleeve, showing the deep scratch mark with a few pieces of debris in it That one might get infected, might want to give it a look.
Her eyes widen and she looks concerned. Oh no, oh no. You’re right. That does look nasty. We need to clean that up immediately.
She takes out a small container filled with ointment and a bandage. Here, let me help you with that.
Of course. By the way, my name is Kronisa, but you can call me Kris for short. What’s your name?
Nice to meet you, Kris! My name is William, though most people just call me Will!
Nice to meet you too, Will. And what brings you all the way out here? Do you have any particular destination in mind?
Not really, no. Just looking for adventure, I suppose. Have you seen or heard anything interesting while you were out here?
Takes a moment to think about it and then responds. Well, there is a pretty big town just a few miles down the road from here.
Oh, nice! I should probably head there after this, then.
Oh, wait! Hold on a second. There’s something I should tell you about that town before you go.
The truth is, that town is not what it seems. There’s something strange going on there. People go in but never come out.
That sounds like an awful lot of trouble! Do you know anything else about it?
Well, rumors say that they worship some kind of dark deity and sacrifice innocent people to it. And that’s not even the worst part.
Wait, seriously? Dark deity, sacrificing people… Sounds like quite a twisted cult. How bad is it?
They’re dangerous, to say the least. If they find out you know about them, they won’t hesitate to kill you.
I’ll definitely keep that in mind, Kris. Thank you for the warning!
You’re welcome. I hope you stay safe, Will. If you ever need someone to watch your back, just give me a call.
That means a lot, Kris! I appreciate it!
extends her hand towards Will.
Shakes Kris’s hand Thanks again, Kris!
With a determined look on her face Will, if you ever need someone who knows the ins and outs of these woods, I’m your guy.
I’ll remember that, Kris. You seem pretty experienced.
Well, let’s just say I’ve had my fair share of adventures in these woods. And I’ve learned a thing or two about surviving in them.
Well, you see, I used to live out here in these woods. Way before anyone else settled in that town nearby.
Wow! You must know the place like the back of your hand then!
pauses, hesitates, then speaks in a lower voice There’s something else you should know about me, Will. I’m not entirely human.
Woah, now that’s intriguing! What do you mean by that?
she slowly transforms into a wolf-girl, with fur sprouting from her arms and legs I’m part wolf, you see. It explains a lot about my abilities.
Whoa! That’s wild, Kris! You’re a werewolf?!
reverts back to her human form Yeah, I am. But please, don’t freak out. I can control myself.