But to Kisha, whose senses had been sharpened to an abnormal degree, the growls rang out loud and clear, every snarl, every clash, every rumbling vibration in the air reaching her ears with unsettling precision.
Her steps halted instantly.
Then her expression changed.
The lingering awkwardness from earlier vanished as if it had never existed, replaced by a bright, almost delighted smile that spread across her face. Her eyes lit up with interest, a spark of excitement flickering within them as she tilted her head slightly, focusing on the direction of the sound.
To her, this wasn't danger.
It was an opportunity.
Without hesitation, she shifted her pace and began moving toward the source of the noise, her steps growing lighter and faster, curiosity and anticipation clearly taking over her mood.
