Worst Nightmare

“Lawrence, I'm having a great time today,” William exclaimed as they walked home. Lawrence returned his friend's smile.

“Thank you, bro,” William said solemnly, a smile on his face. He continued, “You're the best friend I've ever had.”

Lawrence simply smiled once more, but he was worried about William's reaction when he learned the truth. William's 21st birthday is approaching in a matter of hours. Half-werewolves and half-humans typically shift for the first time on their 21st birthdays for boys and 18th birthdays for girls. Lawrence had been planning this for a long time, but he had no idea what else might happen until William's birthday. He simply smiles to hide his anxiety and sadness for William.

“What birthday present did you prepare for me this year?” William asked his friend as they just continued walking.

Lawrence looked at his friend seriously and asked him, “What do you think?”

“Another bottle of perfume?” William laughed.

“Nope,” Lawrence said seriously.

William noticed tha