*Ariella*
The unicorn lunges, its hooves striking the ground with bone-rattling force, eyes ablaze with fury. I watch in horror as it charges toward us, sharp teeth bared, glistening in the moonlight.
“Kieran!” I shout, panic surging through me. “Be careful!”
Kieran’s expression hardens as he feels the urgency of the situation. The instinctual pull of the wolf beneath his skin surges to the forefront. Without hesitation, he allows the change to wash over him, muscles rippling and bones shifting. In moments, he’s no longer just a guy; he’s a towering werewolf, fur bristling and fangs bared, ready to defend.
His change seems to surprise the unicorn, making it skid to a stop.
“Stay behind me!” Kieran growls, his voice deep and powerful. My heart races as I realize he’s putting everything
