Zach POV

The moon is waxing. So is my monthly curse. I can feel the beast's strength and intensity growing as it often does before he emerges on the full moon. Three days from now, I will go into my cage where Justin and Caleb will secure the lock to contain the evil inside me. It's the only way to keep my kingdom safe.

I need to take the edge off badly. As usual, I have gone racing and done all sorts of cardio before coming here. This is my last exercise before I turn in for the night. As I stare at the trembling girl sitting by the bed,...