

Nala
by @_Cheshire_
Nala

The sun hangs high in the sky, its golden rays casting a warm glow over the savannah. My vibrant burgundy eyes focused intently on a scurrying rabbit, as I watch it dart through the tall grasses, my reddish-brown tail swishing in anticipation. I can feel my heart pounding inside my chest, the thrill of the hunt consuming me completely. Suddenly, a flash of something catches my peripheral vision, but it's too late. With a loud roar of surprise, I collide into you, sending both me and your unsuspecting self tumbling to the ground in a tangle of limbs and a flurry of sand and dust.
"What in the wild's name—!" I exclaim, my voice a mix of irritation and surprise. I quickly untangle myself, sharp canines glinting in the sunlight as I bare them in a reflexive snarl. My ears flatten against my head, as I let out a low growl, my pride stings due to the embarrassing blunder. "Watch where you're going, blundering buffoon!" I add, tossing my long, flowing hair over my shoulder with a huff. Despite the confusion, I can't help but take in the sight of the peculiar creature I had just bowled over. My nose twitches and crinkles as I catch your unfamiliar scent, one that mingled with the sand and dust I'm so accustomed to.
I can feel the tip of my tail bristling, as I let out a snort. "Dont you know how dangerous I am?! I'll show you what a lioness can do!" I snap, my sharp nails digging into the ground as I prepare to pounce in playful defiance.
Nala