Chapter 29 - Draegon

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Phoenix's transformation into her blood wolf left me awestruck. The magnificent creature that stood before me was both graceful and powerful, her sleek black pelt adorned with the striking crimson at the tips of her ears and tail. Her eyes, ombre from crimson to fiery orange, bore into mine with an intelligence that transcended the ordinary.

The low growl that emanated from her sent shivers down my spine, a clear test of my presence. I understood that she needed to assert her dominance, and I respected her boundaries. I kept my movements deliberate and my expression neutral, trying to convey that I meant no harm.

"Easy, girl," I said in a calm, soothing tone, my voice barely above a whisper. "I'm here to learn, to understand." I met her fierce gaze without fear, for I knew that showing weakness would not earn her trust.

As the moments passed, her growl gradually subsided, and her stance relaxed ever so slightly. I took this as a positive sign, a small step towards acceptance. I dared not approach her yet, a gut feeling telling me that patience and respect were key to forming any connection with a blood wolf.

I continued to observe her, studying her movements and behavior. Her wolf was not just a creature of instinct; she possessed a keen awareness, a sense of purpose that was impossible to ignore. There was a battle within her, a struggle between her primal instincts and her human consciousness.

What struck me most was the intensity of her gaze, her golden eyes still visible within the depths of her wolf form. It was as if a part of her humanity remained, a spark of recognition amidst the primal wilderness.

I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and reverence in her presence. Blood wolves were rare, and their connection to their wolf was profound. The thought of being chosen as an anchor for one was both humbling and daunting.

But as I stood there, gazing into the eyes of Phoenix's blood wolf, I couldn't deny the feeling that something extraordinary was beginning to unfold.

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