The townspeople who had gathered outside began to trickle into the church, their curiosity and concern overcoming their initial fear. They stood at a respectful distance, marveling at the sight of the wild wolf lying protectively beside the creatures.
As dawn broke, the first rays of sunlight filtered through the stained glass windows, casting a kaleidoscope of colors onto the chapel floor. The little animals stirred, their tiny bodies now warm and visibly stronger. The wolf, though weary, radiated a quiet contentment.