I let out a high pitched giggle as Rider chased me around the cabin.
"Better run faster, Kitten, or I'll catch you," he warned with a playful growl.
I laughed as I slid down the stairway railing. I almost tripped as I skidded across the wooden floor in my socks, giving Rider the opening he was looking for. He pounced, tackling me gently. I yelped, but his strong arms held me firmly as he twisted, cushioning my fall, then he kept rolling so that he was on top of me.
I was out of breath as I looked up at him, startled. He stared down at me, and I could tell he was fighting with his wolf., his grey eyes switching from grey to gold before he squeezed his eyes shut.
"Rider?" I asked, concerned.
"Sorry, little one, but no. It's his wolf," he grinned, a slow, relaxed smile.
I was panting sl
