Wolves At Bay

The sun dips over the horizon, disappearing into the clouds. Night falls. The moon rises, illuminating the dark sky. Humans, men and women alike, all head into houses to hide from the dark. But there are other creatures, non-humans, who reveal themselves at this time of the night, seeking prey.

"Shuffling his feet along the pavement, he froze in his tracks when he heard the howling of wolves faintly in the distance. Subconsciously, he recalled the rumours around town about a pack of stray wolves roaming near human territory, looking for fresh meat.
He quickened his pace."