Chapter 10: The Grimwolf
The large iron door shut behind me with a loud bang.
The examination instructions had been clear, but one thing Professor Varyn had failed to mention was how dark the chamber was.
And it was quiet. Too quiet.
Somewhere ahead, there was a pile of jade crystals in one corner of the chamber. As I walked towards it, I could smell the unmistakable scent of damp fur in the air.
It frightened me a little that I was yet to find the beast. But right now, my main focus was getting the crystal, and passing the examination.
As soon as I placed my hands on one of the crystals, everything changed.
I couldn’t see the beast yet, but in the darkness, I could hear its low growl, accompanied by the sound of heavy claws scraping on the floor.
My eyes slowly adjusted to the darkness, and soon enough, I found it.
A massive four-legged beast, way larger than a bear, covered entirely with white fur, with long fangs sharper than knives.
Grimwolves were C-class beasts feared throughout the continent. Unlike wolves, Grimwolves hunted alone, and they were known for their advanced strength, intelligence, and killer instincts.
They were born hunters meant for the wild, mainly found in the Northern Icelands. How Professor Varyn managed to capture and even tame one of them was beyond me.
The Grimwolf circled around the entrance gate, its fierce eyes locked onto me, waiting for me to make a move.