The classroom was filled with soft whispers, the air carrying the smell of books, paper, and too many people in one space. Professor Halden, a tall man with grey hair and glasses that were always sliding down his nose, walked to the front with the calm confidence of someone who had taught for many years. When he began to speak, his deep voice would always draw attention, as if he were telling a story you couldn’t stop listening to.

“Good morning class.” His voice boomed through the room, commanding everyone's attention.

“Good morning professor,” they all responded.

Today,” he began, writing The Evolution of Werewolf Packs on the board in...