Ellie burst through the hospital doors, her arms wrapped protectively around the precious cargo of blood bags. The cool night air hit her face, but she barely noticed, her entire being focused on one thought: Nick.
Her feet pounded the pavement, each step bringing her closer to saving him. The weight of responsibility pressed down on her shoulders, a familiar burden from her days as Luna of the Lunar Crescent Pack. But this was different. This was personal.
"Hold on, Nick," she whispered, her voice carried away by the wind. "I'm coming."
As she reached the edge of the forest, Ellie paused, her senses on high alert. The trees loomed before her, shadows dancing in the moonlight. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and let the change wash over her.
The transformation was swift and ex
