#Chapter 12 Daddy

Alice had shifted into her wolf form. The blood on her lips was a tell-tale sign, as her fangs had come out and pierced two identical holes in her lips. “Alice,” I said, kneeling down so we were face to face, “tell me what happened, honey.” Alice’s voice shook as she told me about her afternoon. “I was watching a cartoon on the TV, Mommy, and there was this bad guy who was so mean. I got so angry, and then . . . and then it happened.” “Your wolf came out?” I asked, sure to keep my voice calm. I didn’t want Alice to think I was mad at her. “Yes, Mommy. My wolf came out, and I messed up the house so bad. I hid in here because I was afraid you’d be angry with me.” Alice bent her head, not meeting my eyes. “Oh, honey,” I said, wrapping her in my arms. “I’m not angry with you at all. I’m just glad you’re okay.” Alice nestled closer into me, her frightened sobs transforming into hiccups as she calmed. “Maybe you shouldn’t watch those cartoons anymore. There’s no reason t