Stephanie had no problem getting inside. It was no surprise to find that the mafia would not keep better security for the lower members of the organization. She practically strolled right inside without a problem. Once inside, she deposited the small suitcase on the horrid green bar and turned to lock the door behind her as firmly as could be done. She would need privacy for what she planned to do. When she was relatively certain she would not be disturbed, she began removing clothing. She piled her shoes, the stupid little costume she'd been wearing, and all accessories, in a neat pile on the bar, leaving her to stand naked in the apartment.<br/><br/>Nudity had never been something to bother her. She paid no attention to the fact that she was naked in a building owned by criminals, and crouched onto the carpet, flexing her fingers and toes into the fibers. Taking in a deep breath, she held it, concentrating on slowing her thoughts, then exhaled slowly. She did this repeatedly, as she remained still. Breathe in deeply. Hold it. Exhale slowly. Repeat.<br/><br/>Finally, after a few minutes of this, she suddenly jerked, flexed, and began to writhe. Her eyes opened half way, but they were unfocused, glazed, rimmed with red. She sank to her knees on the carpet, breathing heavily as pained grunts were torn from her. The grunts became moans, and her voice began to change. Her melodic alto became a deep, rough animal growl. Her growl was punctuated by frequent whines of pain. Her body began to contort, hair sprouting from her skin, hands contorting and shrinking. After several minutes, where a nude woman had crouched, a wolf lay prone on the carpet, panting. The wolf was massive, yet sleek. Her fur was glossy, smokey gray and white. She caught her breath after only a minute then rolled to her feet to get her bearings.<br/><br/>Now to set to work. She began her methodical work, moving about the apartment, sniffing everything. It didn't take her long to record the scents, classify them, and decide which belonged to the mage she was hunting.