I found myself at a crossroads in that room. My initial impulse was to leave, but my resolve crumbled as he tightened his grip on my hand, pulling me back towards him just as I was about to collide with his chest. I managed to halt myself, instinctively using my hand as a buffer."Ashley," Thorian's voice softly called out my name. The way he uttered it sent an unexpected shiver down my spine, a sensuous undertone making me weak at the knees. Part of me longed to hear him say it again, though I silently scolded myself for such thoughts."Oh my goodness, what's wrong with me?" I wondered inwardly, shaking my head as if to physically dispel the inappropriate thoughts I was having about Thorian."Do I know you?" I asked, feigning ignorance as I gently pushed him away. Deep down, I had always known he would be at this school, as he had been the underlying reason for my transfer. The excuse of being unable to transform into a wolf was merely a convenient cover.What truly caught me off gua
My heart raced as I caught sight of Thalia and her group of friends outside. Thalia, with her striking presence, was about to turn her gaze in my direction. Panic surged through me, and I instinctively slammed the door shut before hastily retreating to where Thorian was standing.His eyes bore into me, a mix of frustration and anger etched across his features. My main concern, however, was how loudly he had just yelled. I worried that Thalia might have heard our heated exchange."Will you please keep your voice down?" I whispered, attempting to calm him, but he wasn't having any of it."Didn't you hear me? I said get out!"In an attempt to silence him, I swiftly covered his mouth, causing his words to emerge muffled. With bated breath, I carefully peeked through the door's peephole, desperately scanning for any sign of Thalia.A sigh of relief escaped my lips when I couldn't spot her anywhere. I began to lower my guard when an inexplicable urge prompted me to glance to the left. My he
The icy smoothie that now drenched me sent an involuntary shiver down my spine. As I stood there, stunned and dripping, my gaze locked onto Fenrisa, who held the now-empty cup with an air of audacious triumph. Beside her, Thalia and Thalassa wore smug smiles, their mischievous glints echoing the audacity of the act.In that frozen moment, as cold liquid dripped from my hair and clothes, a whirlwind of emotions surged within me. Confusion, shock, and disbelief mingled with the deep chill that had seeped into my bones. Why had they done this? What had I done to deserve such an unwarranted, humiliating assault?The cafeteria had transformed from a haven of culinary delight into a scene of unexpected chaos. Students around us exchanged hushed whispers, their curious eyes darting between me, the culprits, and my now-vacant seat. Alarina, who had been taken aback by the sudden turn of events, finally broke her stunned silence."Ashley, are you okay?" she asked, genuine concern evident in he
The morning sun, a golden sentinel in the sky, filtered through Ashley's curtains, casting a radiant glow on her peaceful slumber. Stirred from her dreams, Ashley wrestled with the warmth of the sunbeam, trying to coax her heavy eyelids open.In a sleepy daze, Ashley blinked twice, her eyes protesting the intrusion of the sun's rays. Slowly, she raised her arms and used her hands to form a makeshift shield against the brightness. With a graceful stretch and a drawn-out yawn, she greeted the new day.With a mischievous glint in her eye and a hint of nostalgia, she muttered to herself, "It's a new day for the old Ashley to arise."With newfound enthusiasm, Ashley propelled herself out of bed, her lithe frame a silhouette against the streaming morning light. She reached for her phone, fingers dancing over the screen as she initiated a video call with Emily, her closest confidante.On the other end of the call, Emily's voice crackled through, a toothbrush clutched between her teeth. "Hey,
Ashley's cheek throbbed with the fiery pain of Thalia's cruel slap, and the room seemed to hold its collective breath, shrouded in an eerie silence. Her wide, bewildered eyes remained locked onto Thalia, whose cold, calculating gaze radiated a malevolent intensity. In this charged moment, the power dynamics at play and the sinister game that ensnared Ashley were starkly laid bare for all to witness.Thalia's voice, icy and tinged with a disturbing satisfaction, broke the silence, each word cutting through the room like a blade. "You're here because you've trespassed into my territory, and you've committed a grave offense."Ashley's thoughts raced, her mind a whirlwind of confusion as she grappled with the accusation that had been hurled at her. She had never intended to provoke these sinister individuals, but it was becoming increasingly evident that their world operated under twisted rules, rules she had unwittingly violated.Thalassa, still wearing a wicked grin, couldn't resist add
Ashley's POV As I observed the scene unfolding before me, my eyes widened in shock. A group of students had transformed into their werewolf forms, but they hadn't completed their full transformation. Only their fangs and claws were visible, creating an eerie sight.Amongst the transformed students, some were aggressively scratching at lockers, generating a disturbing noise. They were rapidly approaching Alarina and me, and panic seized Alarina."Oh my goodness, what's happening?" Alarina cried out, clearly at a loss about how to react.I swiftly assessed the situation, realizing the danger we were in. Without hesitation, I grasped Alarina's hand, signaling her to run with me."Hey, stop there!" one of the transformed students bellowed. His voice carried authority, but at that moment, my sole concern was devising an escape plan from this pack of unruly werewolves.Alarina and I sprinted as if our lives hung in the balance, weaving through obstacles that came our way—chairs, tables, an
The guys were gathered in a jovial atmosphere, sharing a deep belly laugh over a joke Nash had recently cracked. Even Rolf,who often seemed lost in his own thoughts, couldn't resist a subtle chuckle. But amid the laughter, Thorian remained an island of contemplation, his eyes fixed on some distant horizon of his own musings.Then, Nash, in a sudden shift of focus, turned the conversation towards Rolf. "By the way, Rolf, where have you been lately?" Nash's question seemed innocent enough, but it was enough to make Draven and Wulfric, their curiosity piqued, direct their inquisitive gazes at him.Rolf, feeling the weight of their scrutiny, couldn't help but gulp nervously. He was determined to maintain an air of nonchalance, avoiding any hints of suspicion. It was a tricky balancing act.Lukas, always the life of the group, chimed in with an assumption. "Probably with his girlfriend," he said, responding on Rolf's behalf. The mischievous glint in Lukas' eyes wasn't lost on Rolf, who did
On a calm Saturday morning, I found myself faced with the arduous task of tidying up my rather chaotic room. The clutter had grown unbearable, prompting my decision to embark on a much-needed cleaning spree.After devoting several hours to this mission, I finally reached the point of completion. Exhaustion overcame me, and I allowed myself to collapse onto my bed, extending my weary limbs with a sigh of relief.My weary eyes happened upon the pile of clothes haphazardly strewn in the corner, eliciting an exasperated growl from me. The mere thought of doing laundry at this moment felt like an insurmountable challenge."Goodness, I'm utterly drained," I lamented, venting my frustration by kicking my legs against the bed, reminiscent of a child denied their desired treat.Summoning the last reserves of my energy, I summoned the determination to rise from my bed. I retrieved a basket from my bathroom and methodically began placing the disheveled garments into it. With the basket brimming