Iris I hid behind a tall oak, pressing my body into its rough bark. It was extremely difficult for me to breathe in this position because I didn't want to get caught. With frozen breath, I watched Sophia, Alpha Adonis' best friend, get violated. The wolf gave her a hot chase, and I silently prayed that she'd shift and fight for her life. The majestic creature I'd grown so close to during my nightly hideouts was now a mad beast, pursuing the poor lady across the garden with all its might. I felt my soul leave my body, and I staggered like a drunk. As much as I'd have loved to help, stepping out of my hiding spot and exposing myself was a foolish attempt with lots of consequences. I couldn't ruin my chance in this contest. The thought of being caught outside, especially at this forbidden hour, and the decline in my score prevented me from moving. My body unexpectedly released all tension, and I covered my mouth with my hand, suppressing a relieved sigh when I saw that Sophia had man

IrisI went completely still, feeling mentally paralyzed and hearing a ringing in my ears. Why were these people bent on frustrating my life? The girls were excited and looked forward to shifting. None of them were Omega and the only reason I hadn't been discovered was because I have been in my human form since the contest began.I had to find a way to free myself from the charade. My body was melting into a puddle on the floor as I walked slowly towards the door without stopping. My mind was racing, running through ideas of where I could go to escape this madness.But then again, if I don't participate in this charade, it would raise suspicious eyebrows and someone would probably figure something was wrong with me.My wolf was so tiny and resembled an ordinary dog. I couldn't expose my secret to the world. I found myself pacing restlessly in the restroom, my mind racing with potential solutions.A brilliant idea struck me, with a smirk at my cleverness, I decided to pretend to suffe

IrisAfter singing my heart out, I took a quick bow before exiting the stage. The audience, which included the contestants, teachers, and staff, applauded and cheered for me.My heart was racing with excitement as I made my way to my seat. I felt on top of the world. I knew I could sing, but I never realized how beautiful it was until I started singing in the bathroom at the sister's sanctuary. They never complimented me, but they always paused to listen.But in this case, their admiration was public. The other girls were smiling and congratulating Natalia, who was always clapping the loudest and cheering me on."Brava, singing bird," she whistled, her voice echoing across the ballroom, and I shook my head, amused. It no longer felt like a competition, and Natalia smiled as I took my seat. "Thank goodness singing isn't the only criteria for winning this competition.”My mouth spread into a huge smile. "Thank your stars."But seriously," Natalia continued, "your voice is unlike anythin

Adonis My phone was pressed against my ear, and I fought the urge to scream at these council members to leave me the fuck alone. The enormous responsibilities bestowed upon me were more manageable when my father was healthy. But now that he was ill, I became the primary target of all scrutiny from friends and foes.After making at least the fiftieth call that evening, and I mean this literally, I groaned into my palms and scribbled notes on a pad of paper. After the final call from my father's best friend, Uncle Axton, I let out a deep yawn, my jaw cracking with a satisfying pop."Oh hell no," I grumbled, almost tossing my phone aside as it buzzed with a text. But it was from Fred, and my shoulders slumped with relief. When I read the message, I broke out into a wide smile."Your little birdie will meet you tonight on the terrace. Break a leg."I smiled so widely that it hurt. Fred was pleased that I was finally interested in one of the girls, and he had been hinting since yesterday

Adonis I stood at the second-floor window, gazing out at the laughter and splashing water below. The girls were naked, skinny-dipping, and having a great time, so I craned my neck to find Iris.She had a soft, inviting look. I wanted to make love to her against this window, with the moonlight shining down on our bodies. I wanted to cup her curvy ass. She had no idea how sexy her butt looked. Her colored hair swirled as she moved. I looked at her as if I were photographing her with my eyes, and something powerful surged through my body. It felt like a tingling in the pit of my stomach; the girl's presence was gradually unlocking my heart and soul, and no matter how hard I tried not to think about her, I could not stop.I felt guilty for gradually moving on from my wife's death and falling for a stranger I barely knew. Isabella would be upset that I was lusting after another woman, I thought ruefully, turning away from the window.My heart ached as memories of Isabella flooded my mind