-Corrine-

I screamed and jumped back, trying to avoid the sudden attack. But the woman’s movements were so fast. She clawed at my arm, tearing at my clothes and skin.

Blood rushed onto the carpet, and I winced at the pain.

“How dare a werewolf enter this house?!” the woman bellowed. Then she glared at the maid. “How could you let her in?!”

The maid seemed to have expected this situation to happen. She looked surprised but kept her calm demeanor. “She’s Mr. Ashbridge’s guest.”

The maid’s reply made the woman’s eyes grow wider. She jerked her gaze to me. “You?” The tone of her voice showed disgust that she...