Chapter 61
Aaliyah
Gulping the whiskey down, I tried to calm my wolf, who was preparing to shift. The full moon shone high in the sky, casting its glow upon me. My wolf was restless, but I knew I couldn't shift here.
Leaving my room, I went to the gallery and found Tristan painting. He had already finished my artwork, and it looked beautiful. I was impressed.
"Tristan," I said, and he turned around. "I need to leave. It's a full moon. My wolf needs a release."
He studied me for a moment, setting the brush down. "You should be careful. There are vampires out there in the woods."
"I'm not a child, Tristan," I said. "My wolf is familiar with me now. She can protect me."
He nodded. "Just be careful."
"I know," I said, feeling the pressure clamp down on my chest. "I'll be back after the shift."
