IsobelThe sun rose on the next day, and I stepped outside to find Scott. We needed to discuss things about our Journalism class project. While I was searching for Scott, I saw Ryle in the hallway. Suddenly, my mood changed. I felt angry, and my blood started to boil. I tried to avoid him to not ruin my day, steering clear of eye contact. But as I walked past him, Ryle slowed down, tilted his head towards me, and whispered something.“I’m not done yet, Isobel Reeve. You’ll regret every second you messed up with me. You will soon know the things that I can do.”My heart raced. His voice sounded different than usual, and I sensed seriousness in his words. I continued walking, wondering if Ryle had another plan in mind. As I pondered his words, Scott appeared, surprising me.“Hey! Looking for me?”I jumped and felt startled."Scott!! Do not come up to me like that! You almost gave me a heart attack!”Scott raised his hands in surrender. Woah, chill! I am sorry, okay. I didn’t mean it.”I
Isobel “I’m sorry, Scott, but I have to go. Please call me for anything urgent.” I excused myself from Scott and went to look for Ryle. A surge of frustration and anger churned within me, my blood boiling like a storm beneath my skin. My gut instincts screamed that Ryle was the mastermind behind Scott’s scholarship problem. It was more than a gut feeling, actually. I knew he did it. I mean, who in their right mind would do something like that? Did he possess any ounce of conscience in him? I began pacing around the campus, my determination driving me to check every nook and cranny. Despite my thorough search, Ryle remained elusive, playing a cat-and-mouse game with my attempts to confront him. Determined to find him, I continued my quest. I had to face him once and for all. His immature way of dealing with our differences should stop once and for all. While heading to the campus gym, I noticed the Blondies hanging outside, sitting on the bench. Trying not to be seen, I hid behind
IsobelI angrily yanked my arms away, feeling the heat of frustration rushing through me. My body reacted to the anger, fists clenched, cheeks burning. My muscles tightened, and my heart thumped loudly. Releasing tension, I yelled at him.“Whether we're dating or not, it's none of your business!”My words sliced through the quiet rooftop. The atmosphere became heavy, like a clash between two opposing forces. It felt like I was on the verge of exploding. The rooftop turned into a battlefield for our emotions, and I would make sure I would not back down this time.Ryle didn't seem impressed with my response. However, I stood my ground, feeling a sudden surge of responsibility to protect my dear friends.“A good friend like him doesn’t deserve this. And I won’t let any jerk like you do any harm to my friends!”Ryle didn't care about what I was saying. He seemed calm and unbothered, which made the rooftop feel even more tense as he walked away. Refusing to let him escape, I shouted once m
The air on the rooftop seemed to thicken as Ryle's unexpected words hung in the silence, catching me off guard."Wait… Did I hear it right? What did you say?" I stammered, my mind racing to comprehend the reality of the situation. The unexpected proposal echoed in my ears, sending shockwaves through my entire being. My heart pounded wildly, and I found myself needing to confirm whether my ears had deceived me.Ryle clicked his tongue, repeating his proposition with impatience."Are you deaf or something? I said date me. If you do, then I'll do what you want. I’ll give back that poor wolf’s scholarship. Happy now?"As I grappled with the astonishing offer, I couldn't help but think that he was planning something awful for me. I thought maybe he was just fooling around or trying to mess with my feelings, but when I looked into his eyes, I felt like he was serious. It made everything really confusing for me.“You’re joking, right?”“Do I look like I am joking? God! You’re so annoying! Ca
IsobelFeeling tired after dealing with Ryle's unexpected proposal, I went home, arriving late for my night shift at the Moonlight Cavern. Mrs. Potts scolded me for being tardy, and I couldn't help but blame Ryle for the whole mess. Despite the scolding, I pushed through my shift, trying to focus on my work. Ryle's proposition still lingered in my mind, making it hard to concentrate. Mrs. Potts' disapproval and my frustration intensified with each mistake, and I couldn't shake the feeling that Ryle's intrusion had not only affected my personal life but had also cast a shadow over my work.That night, as I lay on my bed, sleep eluded me. My room felt suffocating, filled with thoughts about Ryle's plans for the next day. The mystery surrounding his unusual demands lingered, leaving my mind restless.All of a sudden, a knock on my door startled me. Rising from my bed, I opened the door to find Mrs. Potts standing there, holding a sizable box."Sorry to disturb you, but this thing seemed
IsobelI nodded and hesitantly opened the car door, taking a seat in the passenger seat. My heart raced as I boarded. The car's interior screamed extravagance, surpassing even the luxuries my Aunt Lydia possessed. The driver donned in a black suit, maintained stoic silence throughout the journey. His lack of conversation heightened my anxiety, and I found myself fidgeting at the hem of my shirt. The plush leather seat beneath me felt too luxurious for someone like me.As the car glided outside the university borders, my mind swirled with apprehension. I took a deep breath, attempting to steady my nerves, and closed my eyes. In the silence of the car, my thoughts became a violent whirlwind of fear and uncertainty."Please, let this end without harm. I've been a good wolf since birth, following the rules imposed upon me. I am only doing this for a friend. Please, spare me from anything evil tonight.”The memory of my mother waiting for my return until summer lingered in my thoughts. I c
IsobelI trailed behind Ryle as he led the way through the amusement park. The surroundings were empty of any other souls, intensifying my sense of unease. The prospect of being alone with Ryle stirred nervous ripples within me, yet I tried to maintain composure, silently shadowing his every step.As we strolled, my anxiety lingered, prompting Ryle to offer reassurance that manifested as advice. "Try to unwind a bit. It wouldn't hurt to savor the moment occasionally."Attempting to conceal my tension, I put on a facade of toughness, resisting intimidation as we moved through the park. However, Ryle's words hung in the air, and I couldn't help but feel that he could discern my discomfort."How am I supposed to relax when it's you I'm with?" I retorted.Ryle halted, turning to face me directly. "You're right. Tonight, it's just you and me. No one else is in sight."His acknowledgment of the situation only fueled my curiosity about his motives for this outrageous request. Before I could
IsobelI walked from the cafe to school, my thoughts consumed by my date with Ryle the other night. Memories replayed in my mind like the song "Midnight Wolf," distracting me from everything happening around me. I spaced out so much that I hadn’t realized I reached my locker.Despite the warm morning sun, my mind was elsewhere, full of questions. I wondered if what transpired last night was real. I couldn’t wrap my head around how a brute wolf like Ryle Vanderberg could transform into a gentle wolf in less than twenty-four hours. It felt surreal.Approaching my locker, Scott's excited words broke through the quiet morning.“Isobel!! Good news!! My scholarship is back!”My face lit up with joy. “Really? How come?”Scott enthusiastically shared what happened but with a bit of stutter. "Turns out, there was a mistake yesterday. They meant to cut support for another student, not me.""I'm so happy for you, Scott," I said, unable to hide my joy. Without thinking, Scott gave me a hug, and w