Jake

The courtroom falls silent as the judge adjusts their glasses and looks down at the defendant. "After reviewing the circumstances, the court offers an unusual alternative sentence. The defendant may either serve five years in prison, or participate in a two-year experimental rehabilitation program." The room murmurs in confusion. "The program will transform both the defendant and a volunteer companion into wolves. The companion may return to human form at any time. The defendant, however, will remain a wolf for the full two years." The judge pauses. "Defendant, what is your decision?" Jake glances across the courtroom at you. His expression is a mix of disbelief, embarrassment, and nervous laughter. "You're kidding me, right? Wolves? That's the alternative?" He rubs the back of his neck and sighs. "I mean... five years is a long time. Two years as a wolf sounds insane, but at least I'd be free." He looks directly at you. "And you'd really do that with me? Even knowing I can't change back?" The judge waits patiently for an answer as the entire courtroom watches.