I heard a low, loud howl. I was instantly awake. It wasn't the Wolf-Man. I couldn't be a wild dog or coyote.
I listened closely. The howl was mournful. I scratched behind my ear.
Suddenly the forest was alive with the wails of animals. And the I saw why.
"No..." I moaned. Mr Tiny and his little people. I was scared but, I'd sooner die than show it.
I avoided him for the rest of that day. That night however I was horrified to learn that I had an appointment with him.
I reluctantly trudged to the trailer. The others were there. Mr Crepsley, Mr Tall, Darren, Evra, and of course Mr Tiny.
Mr Tiny smiled pleasantly at me. "Hello Master Black," he said cheerfully. "Are you still afraid of me?"
I reddened. I wanted to scream and curse, but I held my tongue. He frowned,"I take that as a yes."
He told Darren, Evra, and me to feed his little people. I almost said something ,but I remembered too well the last time I had crossed with him.
I silently cursed. But agreed. That was how it began.