"Yes, I read that marked wolves have companions. It could be anything or anyone," 

"And I get a cat? What can it do?" I giggle. Nicholas has a far away look in his eyes and then glances up suddenly. I follow his gaze to Shai, who is lying comfortably on a large window sill, her eyes barely open. 

"Shai!" I call. The feline lazily perks up her head and stretches elegantly before jumping and landing in my arms. 

"How was your day, ...