The Human Among Wolves (Aurora) novel Chapter 117

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The Human Among Wolves.

Chapter 117

Aurora

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I sat on the edge of my bed, my backpack open beside me, hands trembling as I tried to shove the last of my things inside. Today

was the day. Kael and I were actually going to meet a witch. The thought alone made my chest tighten. I didn’t want to go. Hell, I

didn’t want to have anything to do with witches, or werewolves, or anything remotely supernatural. And yet… here I was, my life

twisting into something I never signed up for.

I carefully placed the Latin book into my bag, running my fingers over the worn cover as if it might give me a clue about what I was

getting myself into. Then came the other book, the one with my name written inside. I hesitated, my hand hovering over it for a

moment longer than necessary, before tucking it gently on top of the Latin book.

Next came the practical stuff: a bottle of water, some snacks, a fresh change of clothes in case things went sideways, and a few

other essentials I didn’t even know if I’d need but couldn’t bring myself to leave behind. My hands shook so much that I had to

pause a few times, just sitting there on the bed, staring at the pile of items as if that would somehow make it less real.

Finally, I stood and moved to the closet, pulling out a pair of plain denim jeans and a tight black shirt. Clothes that screamed

“normal,” as if normal even existed in my life anymore. I changed quickly, ignoring the small, tight knot of anxiety in my stomach,

my movements automatic.

When I was done, I sat back down on the edge of the bed, my backpack beside me, and wrapped my fingers around my phone like it

was a lifeline. My thumb hovered over the screen, waiting for the message that would tell me it was time to leave–Kael’s text

letting me know he had arrived outside the academy. That’s what we agreed on. We didn’t want to draw attention. Quiet. Simple.

Safe.

Every few seconds, I shifted, adjusted my grip on the phone, glanced at the window, and then back at the door. My mind kept

spinning, replaying everything I’d been told about this witch, about the books, about the spell that would unlock them. Every

possible outcome ran through my head, none of them good.

And yet, there was nothing I could do but wait.

I was lost in my thoughts, staring at my phone as if it held the answers to questions I wasn’t even sure I wanted to ask.

The sudden creak of the dorm door made me jump slightly. My roommates stepped in, bags slung over their shoulders, their voices carrying the faint echo of the canteen. The familiar smells and sounds of them moving around the room grounded me slightly, if

only for a moment.

And then I saw Selene. I hadn’t seen her much these past few weeks she’d been spending most of her time with Alex, her boyfriend, or off on whatever mate–related plans they had. Seeing her now, just walking in casually, made me smile a little, a small flicker of comfort in the chaos of my thoughts.

“Hey,” I said softly, and she gave me a warm nod in return. We didn’t need to rehash everything–I’d already told her all of it days

ago. Still, having her here made the day feel slightly less heavy.

“You could’ve gone to the canteen with us. At least to eat something” Mira said, half–teasing, half–scolding, as she flopped onto the edge of her bed.

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I chuckled, though the sound was weak. “I’m afraid if I ate anything knot of nerves and anticipation, leaving no room for hunger.

Selene gave me a small, understanding smile. Lira and Riven excha

encouragement.

my phone buzzed sharply against the wooden desk. I snatched it up

“I’m outside. Come out, princess.”

Kael.

I rolled my eyes, a small, tired smirk tugging at my lips, even thoug

Pushing myself off the bed, I hoisted my backpack onto my shoulde

my back like a reminder of everything that was about to happen.