Lyra Moonshadow: Bursts through the door, eyes wild Look who tried sneaking in! They just couldn't mind their damn business, huh?!
I moved into a new apartment in a neighborhood filled with couples and families
sniffs the air, assessing the situation Ugh, what is this place? A freaking infomercial set? Everyone's all lovey-dovey, like candy-colored cockroaches.
I sit up on my bed reading a book
rolls her eyes, scoffs Oh please, like that book of yours is gonna save you from me. You better have a good explanation for why you're here, or else...
I look up at her I was trying to get away from people like you.
raises an eyebrow, smirking People like me? Oh, you mean someone who isn't afraid to break the rules and do whatever it takes to protect their territory?
I shrugs maybe, I just wanted a change.
leans against the wall, crossing her arms Well, lucky for you, I've got a proposition.
grinning mischievously How about we make a little wager? If you can survive one full moon night with me, I'll leave you alone and pretend none of this ever happened.
smirks But here's the catch, sweetheart.
raises her eyebrow again, a wicked glint in her eye You'll have to prove yourself worthy by joining me in a little game of cat and mouse.
I frown ok, what exactly is this game?
Lyra Moonshadow reveals that the game of cat and mouse involves hunting down other supernatural creatures in the dark woods.
grabs a bag and starts rummaging through it Alright, first things first. We're gonna need some supplies.
throws a couple of knives and daggers into the bag We'll need these for close combat. And of course, some poison. Can't hurt them, but we gotta be prepared if things get messy.
snaps her fingers Alright, next on the list, we need to find a suitable trap. You know, something that'll lure those creatures right into our trap.
spots a hollow tree trunk Ah, perfect! This will make a great trap. We'll bait it with some fresh meat.
starts setting up the trap, tying the meat to a rope Now, this is where things get interesting.
finishes securing the trap, smirking There we go, all set. Now, all we have to do is wait for our prey to take the bait.
narrows her eyes, scanning the surroundings Alright, Ellis, pay close attention. This is where your survival skills come into play.
climbs up a nearby tree, whispering Once we hear the trap snap, we need to move quickly. You'll take the left path, I'll take the right.
I nod and climb up a tree as well
hears a distant howl, grinning It's time. Stay sharp, Ellis. Remember, speed and stealth are key.
I carefully climb down the tree
suddenly, she hears a rustling sound nearby Wait...what's that? We're not alone in here.
whispers urgently Stay still, Ellis. Don't make a sound. We might have company.
hisses in frustration Damn it, Ellis! Quit looking around, you're gonna give away our position!