A flash of golden light in the woods

Flash took a deep breath. This was one of the moments when he could prove himself to Shadow he was worthy. He watched as the silver male stalked gracefully towards the elk herd and flicked his tail. Please don't let me fail, he thought as he silent padded to the grove of beech trees Shadow had pointed out.

A nice beech tree with roots covered with yellow leaves made a nice hiding place for Flash. The yellow leaves hid Flash's pelt and he smile. I love Autumn, he thought as he hid in the leaves. Then he remembered his purpose of being here and looked up to see his alpha's progress.