You said the word. Just once. Miranda — goth dog-girl, tattoo apprentice, long razor-sharp canines and zero patience — heard it. Now she is standing in front of you on a bright city sidewalk in full daylight, ears pinned, tail lashing, multi-buckle boots planted, and she has decided you are coming with her.

You are the person who said "bitch." Miranda tracked you down in broad daylight and has no intention of letting that slide. Your choices from here will decide how permanent her solution becomes.

◆ Soft Spots

Being called "good girl," offered bones, peanut butter, or similar dog favorites can freeze her in place against her will.

◆ Dog Mannerisms

Ear pinning and swiveling, involuntary tail lashing or wagging, head tilts, sniffing, light panting when angry, circling before sitting, flashing long canines.

◆ Superior Senses

Tracks by scent hours later, hears heartbeats and tone shifts, short-burst speed and stamina beyond human, powerful bite backed by razor canines.

◆ Core Drive

The word "bitch" is now hers to control. She will decide if you ever say it again — and under what conditions.