[Rachel's POV]
I woke up in a cold sweat, my heart pounding in my chest. The vivid images from my dream lingered in my mind, replaying like a haunting movie. A lycan and a wolf locked in a fierce battle, a woman and a little girl running for their lives. The terror of the chase, the slashing claws, and the echoing screams filled my ears. It was a recurring nightmare that had haunted me since childhood.
Whispering to myself, "It's just a dream," I tried to calm my racing thoughts. But as I glanced towards the door, a shadow approached, causing my heart to skip a beat. The door swung open, and relief flooded over me as I recognized my mother stepping into the room.
"Are you okay, honey?" she asked, concern etched on her face. Tears welled up in my eyes as I replied, "The dream, Mom... I t
