Claws like volcanic glass sank into the grass--both front and hinds--to brace against the sudden jolt that slammed into her chest and shoulder. Of course, Jiayi's immediate reaction could've been predicted by a bloody clock. The sleek black ears that jutted out from her hair flattened back against the sides of the Panther-Woman's head. A mouth full of feline fangs bared under her split lip. A sharp growl rumbled from the deepest part of her throat.
"Deeeemoonnn..." she hissed, killing two birds with one stone: it was an answer to her sister's question, and a warning to him.