Wildfire (Hidden Legacy, #3)

by Ilona Andrews

“Someone thought it would be a good idea to make very smart magic bears and use them in combat,” the ex-soldier said. “Problem is, once you make someone smart, they become self-aware and call you on your bullshit. Sergeant Teddy is a pacifist.

I had been hugged by a giant, superintelligent, pacifist bear. I could do this. I could do anything.