Chapter 13 Regina Injured

• Richard
• "It's because of you that I am safe," Regina mumbled as she buried her face in my fur. Her voice trembled with gratitude, and I could feel the warmth of her tears seeping into my fur.
• I want to hold her tight in my arms and assure her that I will always be there to protect her, but I can't shift into my human form now because it would only startle her. Instead, I nuzzled against her cheek, offering a comforting presence as she found solace in my embrace.