Beyond the Full Moon

Chapter 3

CHARLOTTE

As I struggled in the dark, my body and head hit and smashed against a large wooden chunk thrown by my captor. His aura posed danger, and I knew he was ready to kill me. The man in front of me gripped my neck tightly, his red eyes gleaming with intensity. My feet were raised off the ground, and I couldn't breathe, but I tried to break free.

"Release me!" I managed to say, struggling to breathe.

I heard his loud growl, like that of a wild animal, and felt extreme fear knowing my life was in danger.

"Please, let me go," I pleaded, but he didn't respond. He squeezed my neck tighter.

This was terrifying, but I fought my fear and tried to be brave.

"I'm lucky to have my dinner," the man said with a sinister grin. "I've been starving for weeks, and you're here, roaming in this vast forest, waiting for me to devour you!”

I was horrified. He wanted to eat me! I gathered all my strength to push him away, but he was too strong.

"I'm not food!" I shouted, but he just grinned, showing his big teeth, with saliva dripping from his chin.

I realized he was ready to attack, so I gathered all my strength to resist. Somehow, I managed to muster enough energy to kick him in the stomach and follow up with a powerful punch to the neck of the terrifying creature before me.

He released his grip, stumbling backward and crashing to the ground. I felt the full force of my fall as pain coursed through my hips and bones.

The man's eyes blazed with anger and hatred, his gaze menacing as he snarled, "You b***h! I will surely kill you tonight!"

Then, his body began to transform before my eyes. I screamed loudly, frozen in terror, as I watched him change from human form.

His fingers and toes elongated into sharp claws, and thick fur grew all over his body, including his face. He transformed into a massive dog, snarling and menacing.

To assure myself I wasn't hallucinating or dreaming, I slapped my right cheek, seeking reassurance that this horror was real and not a twisted illusion.

His red eyes were extremely frightening as they stared at me. Their fixed gaze sent shivers down my spine.

I knew I was in grave danger, but my feet were paralyzed with fear, unable to move for me to run and hide. I stood frozen, trembling uncontrollably before the terrifying monster.

He looked at me like I was his next meal, and his hunger was unmistakable. As I stared at the creature, I anxiously awaited his attack, swallowing hard repeatedly.

When he pounced, I reacted swiftly, jumping away just in time. My heart was racing with intense fear, but it was not a hindrance for me to run as fast as I could to escape and get away from him.

I screamed loudly and repeatedly, "Help! Please somebody help me!"

I ran as fast as I could. I ignored the sharp rocks and roots underfoot and the scorching temperature. My focus was solely on escaping the giant beast chasing me.

I prayed fervently as I ran, knowing the relentless monster inhabiting these woods would stop chasing me.

Certain that he would kill me if caught, I pushed on, quickly getting up whenever I stumbled.

I feel like the unluckiest person alive. After evading those men, I'm now being hunted by this monstrous creature.

I'm running as fast as I can to save my life, panting heavily due to my desperate attempt to escape from the terrifying monster chasing me.

As I flee, I've lost track of where my feet are taking me, but my sole focus remains on evading the creature.

Previously, I doubted the existence of such monsters, but now I'm confronted with the harsh reality that they are indeed real.

These monstrous beings have red eyes and are known to kill anyone they encounter in the woods, which is why I'm running for my life.

The monster's presence is petrifying, and I feel my life is nearing its end, so I'm pushing myself to run faster despite struggling to catch my breath.

My only objective is to create distance between us and escape his deadly grasp.

I'm convinced that his threat to devour me due to his hunger is a very serious matter, so I must prioritize survival.

While I was running, I could clearly hear the monster's heartbeat, breathing, and footsteps closing in behind me, thanks to my exceptional hearing abilities, which become a big help to me when I'm in danger and in life-threatening situations.

Despite utilizing my heightened senses, I'm uncertain whether my fear is intensifying my perceptions or if something unusual is occurring.

I'm left wondering if my extraordinary speed and hearing are typical responses to fear or something extraordinary.

Fortunately, my swift movements have enabled me to stay ahead of the monster, buying me precious time to escape and run away from it.

As I stood beneath the towering tree, I struggled to catch my breath, my chest heaving from the exertion of my frantic escape.

Despite having evaded the creature, I knew I wasn't safe within the vast, ominous forest that seemed to stretch on forever.

I had never imagined encountering a creature so strange and terrifying, one that defied explanation and pushed the boundaries of my reality.

Having always believed that such beings existed only in the realm of fiction, movies, and TV shows, I was unprepared to face a massive, snarling animal similar to a huge dog with piercing red eyes.

In an attempt to calm my racing heart, I closed my eyes briefly, but the image of the creature lingered, haunting me.

My chest felt like it might burst from the intense pounding, a testament to the adrenaline coursing through my veins.

Upon reopening my eyes, I was met with an even more unsettling sight: the man I'd evaded stood before me, his gaze piercing and furious.

His drooling sneer sent chills down my spine as he taunted, "You can't escape me, human. Your sweet and delicious scent will lead me to you, and I will always find you.”

I felt chilled to the bone by his unsettling appearance, which seemed to embody pure malevolence.

Just as he stepped closer, ready to devour me, four men and a woman clad in black appeared, swiftly subduing him.

I watched in terror as they beheaded him with swift efficiency, and the woman extracted his heart, discarding it with disturbing nonchalance.

I was consumed by confusion and fear, left speechless by the realization that these beings weren't human.

Their red eyes, long bloody claws, and pale skin revealed their true nature, fueling my suspicion that they were vampires, creatures I'd only seen in TV shows.

I begged desperately, my voice trembling with fear, "Please, don't kill me. I'm willing to do anything you ask; just spare my life. I really don't want to die.”

They all looked at each other, seemingly communicating without speaking, and then turned their attention to me simultaneously.

The woman spoke, her words sending shivers down my spine: "We're glad you're back in the forest, where you truly belong, Charlotte."

I was completely shocked and couldn't believe what I was hearing. "How do you know my name?" I asked nervously, trying to process the situation.

The man who had ripped out the creature's heart replied matter-of-factly, "You belong to our clan, Charlotte. You're one of us, and we've been waiting for you for decades."

I shook my head, stepping back cautiously, trying to deny the truth. "No, you're mistaken. I'm human, not a monster. I don't belong to any clan or group," I protested.

He gazed at me intensely, his piercing eyes seeming to see right through me. Then, with a sly smile spreading across his face, he said, "You can't escape reality, Charlotte. Accept who you are, and you'll discover your true identity and your purpose for living in this world.”