there was one shadow, now there are two

One daunting step forward, challenging all he represented as a male, was all it took to awaken what power lie dormant in his blood. His silver-touched back bristled, and eyes like an old fire relayed to her his purpose here. I have come to claim you.

The Ripper was not one afraid to make the first move. Some thought it advantageous to wait for a first strike and then retaliate, but the wild wolf saw never saw any need for such tactics. Either you had the strength to overcome, or you did not -- and he knew nothing but strength; he relied on it heavily and it had carried him thus far. It took no second thought for him to spring for her, mouth gaping and feet as powerfully sure as the ground beneath him.

He did not seek to harm, only to best, and his body sang of the champion bred within him. You are mine.