All Chapters of To Be A Shifter: Chapter 11 - Chapter 13

My mind was quiet. The darkness enveloped me in its clutches and left me alone with myself. The quiet, the peace of it. Too soon, my alarm ruined my happiness, and my eyes shot open. Today was it. The final day before I left. I had to be inconspicuous and quiet. Any hesitation could very well be the last of me. I was certain. I knew I could do this. I just needed to go about the day as normal. Slipping off my sheet and wiping a cold, damp rag across my face from the water bucket, I dressed and headed to start my day. Most of the day would just be finalizing the fittings and sewing dresses for the party. After that, I would cook dinner and prepare my bag. As I continued making breakfast, I couldn’t help the nerves running down my spine. I knew I had no choice but to leave, but leaving the only place I ever knew as my home was far from easy. Soon, my thoughts were turned to the footsteps of my family coming to the dining room to start their day. Their voices were filled with excitement

As I stared at the closed door on front of me I felt a sense of calm wash over me. I turned and started walking towards the woods. The familiar feeling of nature taking over any fear I still had. The walk wasn't long, but it seemed to come much more quickly than I remember it being. My pack felt heavy on my shoulder as I reached the wall. Placing my hand on the side before entering I could feel the wind start to race and the same calm voice that I had grown accustomed to speaking. "Go to the Forest Amelia." The voice no longer scared me, but it still felt eerie. I removed my fingers from the cold stone and made my way to the clearing. He was already waiting for me. Sat beside the waters edge looking up at the moons and stars. "hello little one." His voice was low, soft. He stood from the waters edge and finally turned to me. He took in my appearance and felt the heat rise to my cheeks. My head lowered instantly. His footsteps grew closer till I could see the tops of his boots u