ALICE POV As I stood there, surrounded by the surreal and the impossible, a whirlwind of emotions churned within me. My mind raced with questions, doubts, and fears, each one vying for attention in the chaos of my thoughts. Val approached me with her head low, wagging her tail. In her sweet eyes, I could sense eager anticipation, acceptance, and affection. She was majestic, sleek, and elegant, at least twice the size of a German Shepherd, yet I felt no fear. When she began to rub against my legs like a cat, I relaxed, running my hand over her silky, shimmering coat. She looked at me playfully and licked my cheek. "Eww! Groos!” I chuckled. Alex clicked his tongue, and Val swiftly shifted back into her human form, dressing herself rapidly. "Okay, so, you're werewolves, and Jacob is a powe