Tina’s eyes widened in surprise. The wolf’s behavior was so out of character from the aggressive posture it had initially shown. It seemed as though it was inviting her, urging her to follow. There was an intelligence in its gaze, a silent communication that was both astonishing and mysterious.
Ignoring the police officers’ frantic protests, Tina took a tentative step towards the wolf. “Stay back!” one officer shouted, his voice edged with panic. But Tina’s intuition told her that the wolf meant no harm. She held up a hand to the officers, signaling them to stay put. “Trust me,” she said, her voice calm yet resolute.