Lucas’s POV"I appreciate your concern, Lucas," Shana said, her voice carrying a mix of gratitude and determination.She shifted her body, crossing her arms, as if bracing herself for the conversation ahead. "I never intended for things to escalate this way. But I won't let fear dictate my actions. I won't allow myself to be silenced anymore."Her words struck a chord within me, a mixture of admiration and concern.I watched her closely, her eyes fixed on some distant point, as if searching for answers in the depths of her thoughts.She had changed, transformed into a force to be reckoned with. Her newfound strength both fascinated and unsettled me."I’m not going to lie, you’ve surprised me," I admitted, my voice laced with a hint of worry. "The way you handled Jessica… it was impressive.”"You saw the videos?" Shana turned her gaze towards me, her eyes searching for my reaction."Of course, Shana. The whole school has seen it," I replied with a gentle smile. "I received the video ri
"I also don't think Jessica is going to stop, especially after being humiliated in front of the entire school," Lucas told me, his voice filled with concern.The weight of his words hung in the air, a reminder of the challenges that lay ahead."It's nothing new," I replied with a huff, my frustration evident. "I'm used to her torment."But deep down, I knew that this time was different. Jessica's defeat had ignited a fire within her, fueling her determination for revenge.Lucas shook his head, his eyes reflecting a mixture of worry and determination. "It won't be the same, Shana. She's going to want revenge. We need to be prepared for whatever she throws our way.""Or maybe she'll realize that she shouldn't mess with me," I defended myself, a glimmer of confidence shining through. "I mean, imagine how humiliating it would be for her to lose to me again."A playful smile crossed Lucas's face as he chuckled softly. "You have a lot of confidence in yourself.""Shut up," I playfully shove
After school, the next day, James, Lucas, and I gathered at Lucas's training facility behind his mansion of a house.At first, I was reluctant for James to join us, but Lucas told me it would be useful to train with another Alpha and understand how differently they can operate.It amused me to think that I was friends with two Alphas while I remained wolfless. The irony of our unique bond was not lost on me, and I couldn't help but chuckle to myself."What are you laughing at?" James asked while we took a break."Oh, nothing," I said innocently.James pointed at my face. "Lucas, do you see that face?""Yeah." Lucas stared at me. "Is there something you want to tell us, Shana? Something funny?""I just like your pants is all," I waved dismissively to the tight shorts James was wearing. "Very... form-fitting.""Are you objectifying me?" James asked, mocking offense by putting a hand to his chest."That's so not cool, Shana," Lucas went along with him."I'm not objectifying." I shrugged.
A few weeks had passed since my fight with Jessica and our memorable cookie-filled adventure at Grandma Jo's.Thankfully, Jessica didn’t pick on me at school after she returned from being absent. However, the way she would look at me sometimes sent shivers down my spine.I was wary of her true intentions.Now the school was buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming Winter Formal.As I walked through the hallways, whispers filled the air, carrying the excitement of students discussing dresses, dance partners, and romantic possibilities. Winter Formal was just around the corner, and it seemed to be the topic of the day.The whispers of my classmates reminded me of the invisible barrier that separated me from them.Being wolfless, I carried the weight of their judgment and whispers, feeling like an outsider in my own school. It seemed as though my lack of a wolf had branded me as a curse, leaving me isolated and struggling to forge connections.Therefore, events like Winter Formal felt
Rude. I thought about Lucas’s comment, and as much as I hated to admit it, he wasn't completely wrong.Lately, I had been consumed by my obsession with a new vampire series, binge-watching it non-stop and relentlessly trying to convince Lucas to watch it with me.But every time I asked, he steadfastly refused.“There’s nothing wrong with a little TV binge,” I defended myself, pouting playfully.Lucas laughed. “I’m not saying there is but weigh the options.” Lucas raised up both of his hands, mirroring a scale. “Movies? Or a night of dancing with the best-looking guy in school?”“Oh my God.” I slapped his hands away with a laugh. “You’re so full of yourself, it’s actually concerning.”Lucas grinned at the fake-disgusted look on my face. “What? You don’t think so?”“I’m not going to give you an even bigger head,” I retorted.“Fine.” Lucas shrugged, feigning nonchalance. “But seriously, don’t worry about a thing. I’ll be with you all night. And since I’m the student body representative,
Lucas noticed the look of concern on the girls' faces as we stood there. With a kind smile, he gently asked the girl who spoke, "What is it?""We wanted to know if you could go to Winter Formal with us."I hesitated, trying to process the unexpected turn of events. Three girls, whom I assumed were part of Jessica's clique, had just asked Lucas to be their date for the Winter Formal.It was a surprising development, considering these quiet girls had previously shown no interest in Lucas due to his friendship with me.Jessica stepped forward, a triumphant smirk playing on her lips as she explained the situation. "These three girls are the only options Lucas has for the Winter Formal this year. All the pretty and popular girls have agreed not to go with him because of his association with Shana."The words hit me like a punch to the gut. I couldn't understand why attending a formal event had become such a big deal, and it pained me to see these girls being humiliated because of me.One o
“Did you hear that Shana’s going to Winter Formal with Lucas?”“Yeah, I heard that last period! What’s that all about?”“I have no idea,” one girl said in the restroom. “Why would he ask her? I thought they weren’t together.”“They said they aren’t together, but nobody believes that.”I sighed as I sat in the bathroom stall, trying to drown out the sound of the girls gossiping about Lucas and me. It was as if the walls had ears, amplifying their words and intensifying my frustration.Could they hurry up and finish their conversation already? I had a class to get to.The fact that they were talking about Lucas and me was mind-boggling. After all, he had only asked me to Winter Formal yesterday.Yet somehow, the entire school seemed to be aware of our plans.It must be Jessica.Walking through the hallways felt like navigating a sea of cold glances and silent judgment.Girls now regarded me with disdain, their eyes filled with resentment. It was disheartening to be the target of their h
As the rumors and gossip continued to swirl around us, Lucas and I chose to ignore the noise. We poured all our energy into our training, finding solace and strength within its confines.I never thought I would say this, but I was starting to love training.It had become an outlet for my pain and suffering, a place where I could release my emotions and channel my aggression. The physical exertion allowed me to numb some of the pain, and I found release in hitting, punching, and kicking with fierce determination.Lucas couldn't help but notice the intensity behind my sudden bursts of aggression.His wide eyes and raised brows mirrored his astonishment. "You're scary when you look at me like that," he once remarked, his voice tinged with both amusement and awe. "Your eyes are all glossy and... feisty."I couldn't resist teasing him, pointing to the dummy bag next to me. "You should see how I look at the dummy," I joked, a mischievous glint in my eyes.Our training sessions became a deli