Jewel

***Genni POV***

Not knowing what exactly might happen within the next few hours, but knowing something would happen I shifted into a more comfortable position in the chair I was sitting in. The small apartment was very quiet now that Jonas had left with the baby.

I watched Trix sleep, my heart silently breaking for her lost childhood. As werewolves, we were always very protected of cubs, any cubs. so to hear what her mother and father had put her through! I was shaking my head to myself when I heard Sapphire speak ''Jewel wants to talk to you before she links with Trix. is that ok with you''?

frowning I answered ''Of course'' without having to think about it. I heard Sapphire respond with ''Trance shift''.

Had it not been for my, ability to enter the trance shift state of mind, where Sapphire and I stood side by side, I would not have been able to agree. Jewel was not physically linked to Trix yet. so I would grab this chance to converse with the wolf. shifting around in the seat again I found a better position and closed my eyes. knowing my beautiful wolf would take the lead in getting us to the other realm.

when I 'opened' my eyes again I was in our familiar clearing. I could see Sapphire sitting up ahead with a gorgeous black wolf. As I could only see the backs of both wolves I had my breath taken from me momentarily when they both turned and I saw Jewel face to face.

the wolf went down in a low bow, uttering what an honour it was to speak to Sapphire and me in our most private place. I smile at her and asked her to stand or sit. whichever was more comfortable for her.

Jewel was a black wolf, not overly big she looked comically small next to Sapphire. In general, though, Jewel was of average size. but that was all that was average about her. the tips of Jewel's ears and the fur around her neck and front paws were red.

That's right, you understood the first time. her fur was black and red. and not a muted red, no, this was a stunning crimson red that was so shocking to see as it was beautiful.

I knew I was staring, I couldn't help it. I had never seen a wolf with colouring like this. I could see Jewel look unsurely at Sapphire.

''I'm sorry'' I gasped out ''Forgive me for staring. your just so beautiful''.

Bowing her head I heard a gentle but clear voice coming from the wolf, thanking me.

''would you look at me, please'' I asked. and was at once face to face with the wolf again. I walked forward and held out my hand, this was a mark of respect. you wouldn't shove your hands into the coat of a wild animal, would you?

I felt the gentle nuzzling on my palm and understood I had permission the stroke the gorgeous coat. I felt a tremor run through the wolf's body and was immediately concerned.

''Jewel, what is it you would like to speak about? Are you ok? do you know why Trix was never made aware of you''?

nodding her head she paused and only started to speak when Sapphire nudged her gently on her side.

***Jewel POV***

This was the weirdest thing that has ever happened to me, all my life, the same as every other wolf, I was trained to be a fighter. I have trained in the art of warfare as well as the art of homemaking. I know that seems a weird thing to think, but as werewolves, we lived in two worlds. werewolves are trained to acknowledge their human half very early on. we are told for the age of ten who we would be soul linked to. from then on we are taught to respect our humans. of course, sometimes it is harder said than done. the moon goddess rarely makes a mistake. but it can happen.

but here I was. standing in another realm with not one, but two demi goddesses. I didn't know how to start. after I had bowed as low as I could I stood up and looked at the goddess Genevieve. having spoken to and now met the goddess Sapphire I was more comfortable around her but I started to get self-conscious when I saw Her Grace staring at me. I knew what I looked like, I knew I was a freak of sorts with my colouring. most wolves have black or brown fur. some have sandy or red tones. no wolf I had ever known had crimson red points on their ears, around their neck or on their front paws. I looked toward HER grace Sapphire to make sure I had done nothing wrong. That was when her grace Genevieve spoke.

I lowered my head at the compliment, thanking Selene that wolves couldn't blush. as I was sure if they could my cheeks would match my ears. I shivered when I felt the gentle hand stroke my side. once again, I had to nip myself to prove I wasn't dreaming. the time had finally come to say what my worries were. and hope that her Grace Genevieve was as understanding as I hoped she was.

I lifted my head higher as I prepared to speak and watched as they stood back to give me space ''Your Graces, I am worried about my human. her grace Sapphire has brought it to my attention that my human does not believe she has a wolf. I am told that it is my human understanding that she has been repeatedly told she was wolfless. I am worried about the re-connection of our souls and what it could do to someone so unprepared. I humbly ask for your council''.

I lowered my head again as I stopped speaking and waited with bated breath. hoping and praying I had not just insulted anyone or embarrassed myself.

***Genni POV***

listening to the young wolf before me I had to remind myself that I was hardly older than she. sometimes it felt like I had already lived one lifetime. Pushing that thought out of my head and concentrating on Jewel I heard the wolf out.

when she finished she lowered her head again, and I was pleased to see such a wonderfully respectful creature she was. but I also understood her fears and so I addressed them.

''let me assure you that your human is extraordinarily strong. I have also been made aware of the situation. Trix having told me herself. while that is a conversation you will need to have with your linked soul I can assure you now she is more than capable of withstanding the reconnection and first shift. As you will see in a few short hours, Trix is an intelligent, thoughtful, kind and caring person. does that help with you're anxiety?''. I asked softly.

I could see the young wolf nod, slowly at first but then faster and stronger.

''Thank you, Your Grace. Yes, it helps a lot. if you believe she is ready and will survive the shock of the first change then I believe it. I was only worrying about Trix because I didn't want to add to the hurt she has already suffered in her life''.

I smiled sadly at that last part and agreed that Trix had suffered. Sapphire spoke quietly but with determination ''WE will get to the bottom of the abuse and why it went on unnoticed by the pack. don't you worry''?

Jewel softly butted her head beneath that of the great white wolf standing next to her and I smiled to myself. Jewel was very sweet.

''You may need to go a little slower than is normal at first'' I suggested ''Let Trix set the pace. even though I have told her she will receive her wolf I know she is very dubious about it. let you're soul connection progress organically. Don't put pressure on her, I will tell Trix the same when I return and she wakes up''. I smiled as I assured Jewel and gave her my word. ''Trix will be ready and waiting to receive you in a few hours, get some rest. you will need it to deal with what is to come''.

I walked forward a little and lent toward the black and red wolf, kissing her on the tip of her nose. I felt my head turn on its side a little as I listened to the excited little yip that left Jewel's muzzle. we all laughed at that. I waited until Sapphire had returned Jewel to the other realm. when she returned to the trance shift she gave me a long searching look. ''You think they will be ok?'' she said. I looked back at her and with all my heart replied ''YES, I believe it will all be fine. let's get ready for the fireworks, though, shall we?'' I said, waggling my eyebrows. the last thing I heard before returning to Trix's bedroom was my wolf's laughter.