Cynthia Dion:

My resentment toward her melted away, and sympathy replaced it.

'Why didn't you clue me in?' I asked, careful not to set her off with a harsh tone. It was evident she had been through a tough time alongside me, living with the belief that she was a wicked wolf. Now, I regretted always raising my voice at her. Perhaps that's why she kept things from me. Regardless, I decided to stop tuning her out.

'I couldn't. I was scared. The first time I took over you, ...