dragging the ax behind her , she hurried for the cabin . he looked back to check everyone was still searching and that at least one person was in eye sight . and the next time i looked down i was standing on four paws covered in midnight black fur . i just want to clarify that i was actually paying you a compliment . he saw the photo , picked it up and studied it ; a crease appeared on his forehead . her sensitive skin could n't keep up with all the changes . 