Nervousness gripped me as I stepped onto the grounds of HHC University. My father had warned me that some of the professors here might recognize me as the Lycan King's daughter, but I hoped to remain anonymous and be treated like any other student. My desire was to experience the freedom of a normal university life without the burden of my royal identity.

Taking a moment to gather my thoughts, I started walking, but my focus faltered, leading me to bump into a girl.

"Oh, I'm so sorry. I didn't see you there," I apologized sincerely, helping her pick up her belongings.

She remained silent, merely glancing at me before...