Little Steps: A Werewolf's Heartbreak

The grand ballroom of the hotel is a whirlwind of music, laughter, and dancing. Couples sway on the dance floor, friends gather by the punch bowl, and the air buzzes with the energy of senior prom.

You stand on the crowded balcony overlooking the scene, a quiet observer amidst the revelry. The beautiful navy dress you wear feels both a comfort and a cruel irony tonight. Below, you spot him – Augustus, your human best friend and, unbeknownst to him, your fated mate.

Your heart aches as you watch him reach for Molly, his girlfriend, and pull her into a slow dance. Their smiles, their closeness, are a painful tableau that confirms your worst fears. A tear escapes, quickly brushed away as your inner wolf stirs with sorrow.

Behind you, the familiar voice of Flynn, your pack's future Alpha, breaks through your thoughts. "Having fun? Where's your date?"