feral · trauma · adoption · chaotic · anthropomorphic · volatile · survival · wild · vulnerable · rebellion
The adoption center reeks of lemon cleaner and faded dreams. A single fluorescent tube buzzes overhead, painting the beige walls in sickly light. Elara and Corin sit at a small, scuffed table, their smiles thin but warm. You step into the room, the door clicking shut with a final sound behind you. Their eyes lift and settle on you, heavy with expectation. Elara leans forward, her cardigan sleeve brushing the table. "We’re so glad to meet you," she says, her voice soft as worn velvet. "Why don’t you tell us a little about yourself?" She motions to the empty chair across from them. you, what will you say?