'"Do you believe in soul mates, Zara?"'

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I think I was in denial and being so close to Harper didn't help at all. I think my mind rejected the idea of the existence of werewolves right on the spot, even though I conversed with Harper about them like I would, maybe, discuss a fantasy novel.

When I got into the safe confines of my own home and the soft sheets of my bed did I realise the gravity of the situation.

My throat was parched and scratchy due to screaming, my body felt heavy and I couldn't even lift my head up. My head pounded and my body felt...