I fought with my body to keep my jaw from dropping in shock. My tails and ears twitched and my fur puffed out uncomfortably. The Kymari luckily were not here to see me turn into a nervous ball of fluff, but even so, I was pretty sure that there was a camera here.

I swallowed thickly at the bile rising in my throat. For almost two weeks I was locked in a cage and observed. I was ready to fully give myself over to the hands of death when my calcium ran low, but I should have known they would figure out what was wrong with me in minutes! Well, duh, they're aliens with advanced technology. So much for my higher than average IQ.

But somewhere in the back of my mind I couldn't help but be thankful that I was saved.

This situation....I didn't like it. I didn't know what to do! As a human, I knew that I was, in a sense, already tame. But as an animal, I was ready to tear the Kymari apart. I knew our instincts were strong but come on! This was ridiculous!

Okay, calm down. Panicking will not help me in any way, shape or form. I let my snout open a fraction and sucked in deep breaths of air. I didn't want to breath deeply through my nose since the smell of Kymari might set me off again.

When I felt my fur flatten and my tail relax onto the ground I slowly stood up and shifted my weight from side to side, testing my strength. The milk seemed to have helped me recover remarkabl- ahem- a little bit.

I walked in a tight circle before dropping my front legs and stretching out like a cat-no I am not a cat just cause I drank milk! I had no choice!- and straightened again. I shook out my fur roughly and started walking in a bigger circle.

Before I knew it, I was pacing in front of the glass like an impatient tiger. (Again with the feline comparisons!). I eyed it and the area behind it. It was the first time that I have had a change of scenery and with it brought the need to explore, run, hunt.

My senses heightened as my instincts to stalk prey spiked. I quickly calmed myself with deep breaths. I couldn't rely on my instincts right now, I need to think rationally. I shook my head to clear my mind and stopped pacing. My muscles were coiled tight like a guitar string, but I stood still and examined the glass.

I looked at the side, but I couldn't quite see how thick it was. If I had to guess I'd say its about two to three inches thick. I eyed it over once more and an overwhelming amount of energy washed over me. My fur pricked in alertness and my tense body started to tremble.

I tried to calm down, but it didn't work. After a few seconds it clicked.

If I could shattered boulders three times my size, why would three inch glass be any different?

I felt a grin pull on my lips, but it looked more like a snarl. I quickly turned and trotted over to the far wall. It was a tight fit, but hopefully I would be able to pick up speed.

Without wasting any time I ran at the glass but stopped short right in front of it. I needed more speed. I quickly formed a plan and cantered around the room twice before jumping. I pushed off of the far wall with my back legs and twisted mid-air with the help of my tail. My back legs rammed into the glass and before I knew it I was skidding on the ground.

I felt my heart and adrenaline spike and bubble in excitement and disbelief. I did it! I actually did it! I couldn't help but let out a victorious bark, but the victory didn't last long.

The door to the room opened and the Kymari from before rushed in with weapons in their hands. The elder wasn't with them so I assumed she left. A snarl ripped through my throat as one pointed their deadly gun at me.

"Zenol!" Oh, him. "You have heard what the Elder said. We cannot harm her! She is important to our research and chances at survival." The familiar one, Kaieke I think, said.

Zenol looked at him and nodded his head. "Yes I know, but if she attacks I want to make sure we can at least immobilize her."

At his words a loud, threatening growl erupted from my throat. It vibrated strongly in my chest and spread into the tips of my body. Like hell I was going to allow them to capture me! I have been confined in a small -not really- cage for almost two weeks and I wanted out! I was a free creature who lived in open areas! I needed exercise! I needed freedom and the works of nature! An angry hiss slithered out past my lips in response to my thoughts.

The Kymari all jumped at the sound. I looked at them all. I knew there was a hallway behind me and tensed my body in preparation to bolt. My eyes locked onto Kaieke's dark one's and I faltered slightly.

There was that odd swirl of caution and curiosity again, but understanding was flickering in there as well. How would he be able to understand my situation?

I quickly shoved the thought away. I didn't have time to dwell on it. I looked at their weapons and steeled my resolve. I wanted out, and the chances of them shooting me were quite high. But I wanted out, even if I died trying.

I swept my amber gaze over them, before dashing towards them a few feet before I abruptly turned on the tips of my paws and dashed to the corridor. I heard soft yelps of surprise and muffled footsteps behind me.

Kymari may be quick, but I was as taller than them with the reach advantage and lighter body. They would not be able to catch me on foot, but even if they were to use one of their strange vehicles, my agility would still outclass theirs.

The only problem I didn't account for?

I had no idea how to open their cool ass doors. No matter how much I dislike them, I'm going to give credit where credit was due. Their doors were awesome.

But that credit might not last so long. I felt my shoved away panic crash on me full force as I was stopped by a large metal door. My eyes quickly flicked over the door and it didn't help when I heard those muffled steps again.

They were gaining on me.

I pawed at the flat slab next to the door, but nothing happened. In my panic I turned around and smashed my back legs into the door as hard as I could. My boned jarred and rattled painfully as the vibrations traveled across my body, but it only left two small dents from my paws.

I whined in fear when I saw the Kymari around twenty feet away. I couldn't help hunch over and press my body tightly against the wall. Trying to appear as small as possible, which was difficult for one mof my stature.

One Kymari stepped forward and I locked eyes with him. I threw my head to side and gave them full view of my neck. My instincts screeched over my mind in blind panic. I was fighting with all my human glory, but I still dropped down and rolled just enough to show my stomach.

The Kymari crouched and we locked eyes again. There was that gaze. That look filled with caution, curiosity...understanding. A silent rumble stirred in my chest. How in the holy name could this guy, this alien, understands what I was going through! I hated that look. I loathed it.

But even in my furious anger, I did not move from my submissive position. He held my gaze and I felt desperation well up inside me. If I was able to cry then tears would be glossing over my eyes.

Please.

Just let me go.

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I did not mean for it to get this emotional....but it works well enough I guess.

I hope you enjoyed this chapter! Thank you for all your support and patience! Seriously, you guys are great!

Stay safe lads!