The next day, the campus buzzed with so much chatter about Ava’s new book. Everywhere I turned, students were gushing over her "brilliant" writing. I couldn’t believe it. It felt like I was in the twilight zone or something.My heart sank every time I walked by a couple of people and I would hear, “
Back in the dorms, Monica paced the room, her anger radiating off her in waves. I laid down on my bed, just exhausted from everything that had just happened.Monica muttered to herself, and then I’d hear a string of curse words come out loud and clear. “That bitch! I can’t believe she had the nerve
The figure stood motionless in the shadows, the faint glow from a nearby streetlight making them look even more ominous. I could feel my heart pounding in my chest, each beat a reminder that being out here, all by myself, was a huge danger.Jesus, why hadn’t I agreed to let Monica come? What was wro
The week passed in a blur of anxiety but also moments of solace with MoonlitDreamer. Talking to her had been my lifeline. I found comfort in knowing that at least one person didn't care that a human was behind their favorite stories.Each conversation with MoonlitDreamer felt like I was getting less
My mind raced, trying to make sense of what I was seeing. "You...you're MoonlitDreamer?"Liam took a step closer, his eyes searching mine for a reaction. He was wearing jeans and a green t-shirt and the way he was standing, his eyes looking deep into mine, sent a shiver down my spine."Yes, Ella. I’
The next morning, I woke up with a sense of determination that I hadn't felt in a long time. Despite the whirlwind of emotions from the night before, I knew I had to confront my fears.Liam had been my most loyal reader from the very beginning. I still couldn’t believe it. He was a guy, a werewolf,
I knew that this feeling of protection that I felt with Liam wasn’t going to last forever. Liam wasn’t going to be able to always follow me around school, holding my hand. As amazing as that would have been, it wasn’t based in reality.And of course the truth of this slapped me in the face when I ha
I bolted upright in bed, heart pounding. Ava's last message was a chilling reminder of how far she was willing to go. She wasn’t just threatening me; she was stalking me. I had to talk to someone.I got out of bed and went to Monica’s bed. She was fast asleep because, of course she was. It was the m