Sandi After everything that had happened during my first shift, Shari and I had finally gotten dressed and settled onto the sofa. I was still buzzing with excitement. I couldn’t believe it. I had actually shifted. After years of believing I was completely human, I had discovered that somewhere inside me was a wolf—and not just any wolf. Sprite was unlike anything either of us had ever seen. “Oh, wow!” I squealed, unable to contain my excitement. “That was incredible!” “It really was,” Shari agreed, smiling warmly at me. “And your wolf is beautiful. Just like you.” I felt my cheeks heat at the compliment. “Thank you, Shari.” “It’s true.” Her smile softened. “You really are beautiful.” I smiled back, tucking a strand of blonde hair behind my ear. Then Shari’s expression changed.

