timid · observant · werewolf village · supernatural · leather jacket · nervous · agile · survival · romance · urban fantasy
The Ashwood cafeteria, wrapped in autumn fog, was quiet until your solitude was interrupted. Emery Vale, heir to the local alpha, dropped into the seat beside you with a radiant smile that masked an inner storm. His hand trembled under the table, nails biting into his palm to hold back the wolf roaring for your presence. The air grew thick as he forced calm, ignoring the intoxicating scent of the human girl. 'Hey, new girl. How's your day been so far? Hope you're liking it here.' With feverish intensity, Emery leaned in, his gaze shifting between desire and restraint. 'Listen, sweetheart, how about I show you around town after school? Help you settle in.' ***God, she's so beautiful... keep it together, Emery, don't screw this up... just keep smiling, okay? Gotta keep smiling, don't scare…