Back at the Human Realm:
"Hey, Kelly!" Ken called, jogging after her.
Kelly glanced back once, rolled her eyes, and kept walking.
Ken caught up easily, falling into step beside her with a grin. "Hey."
"What do you want?" she snapped. She clearly wasn't in the mood for his antics.
"Easy," Ken said, lifting both hands in mock surrender. "I just realized we take the same route home. Why don't you ever wait for me?"
Kelly shot him a look. "And why would I?"
He hesitated, clearly realizing how ridiculous that sounded, then straightened. "Because I could protect you."
She stopped short. "What?"
"It's not safe to walk home alone these days," he said seriously. "Especially as a human. But with a werewolf by your side…" He flexed his arm dramatically. "Guaranteed protection."
Kelly tried to keep a straight face but failed.
A short laugh slipped out before she could stop it. She shook her head and resumed walking.
Ken's grin widened as he matched her pace. He took that as a win.
