A very ragged looking young girl slowly stepped into the clearing. Her style was decidedly odd, but my eyes were drawn to the light pattern of bruises that floated across her skin. I beckoned her towards us with my tawny paw, hoping she wouldn't run in fear. I focused inward and re-shifted into my human form. "Hello" My voice was light and pleasant but I could understand the consternation in her eyes. "Were you perhaps led here by an animal?" She nodded carefully and continued moving closer. I glanced at the sharp looking squirrel  and the very handsome lion, they were retarded! She was not going to come closer if she was running the risk of being eaten!. "Guys" I hissed "Shift back, she's scared!"