Machii crawled through the bush. She froze when she heard voices. She crept closer and peered through the bushes. She saw two people talking. But... they weren't normal. Machii noticed something different about them, but she couldn't grasp what it was. Then she gasped in realization. They both had... ears. When the boy opened his mouth, Machii saw he had fangs. The other one had a tail and... claws? They were half-breeds! Like her! Machii rushed out without thinking.
"Hi! I'm Machii. The tiger," she blurted out. The cat half-breed turned around and saw Machii.
"I'm Sky," she said, surprised. "Did you find this place yourself?" Machii nodded. "Welcome! This is a place where half-breeds can live in peace."
Machii's face lit up. "I'll... I'll be safe here? I really can stay here?" She hugged Sky. "Thank you, Sky! I'm sure you'll be a good friend." Sky smiled, then started laughing.
"Yeah, we'll be the best of friends."

~Momiji Fangirl/ Machii