The Heartwood Heartwood Snacking

In the chaos, Koda did not see the coyote lunge for him. Luckily, Scarlett had his back. She surprised the male a second time when she tackled the attacker and throttled him in her jaws. She did not let go until the life had drained from him.

Koda was sure the pack would scatter when they saw what happened to their comrade, but they instead came seeking revenge. Two of their number jumped on Scarlett, intent on taking an eye for an eye. Koda rushed to her aid, grabbed one of the attackers by the scruff and threw him off. The other jumped away to avoid being caught in the wolf's gaping maw. Scarlett was free, but the pack quickly regrouped for another attack. If the wolves were going to retreat, now was their chance.

He nudged Scarlett in the direction of the woods. "Let's go!," he barked as he started to lope for the trees. He let the girl run ahead so he could be sure she was safe from the sharp fangs nipping at their heels.