THE FIRST
She moved with an elegance that belied the malice in her blood-red eyes.
"Shh, little one," she cooed, brushing a finger against Bella's tear-streaked cheek. "Do not be afraid."
"Please don't hurt her!" Mother begged, her voice breaking.
The woman sighed as if inconvenienced. "Unfortunately, I must. Your husband has doomed you all. I cannot allow you to turn into one of them."
Her words were cryptic, but they sent a chill down my spine. The snapping of bones and a guttural roar interrupted the scene. My father transformed before my eyes, his body twisting and contorting until he stood as a massive beast, his dark fur glistening with blood.
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