"Eliza. You are more than this. I am happy to be here with you at last," a voice called, jolting me awake with a gasp. Another vivid dream had left me disoriented, my heart pounding in my chest as I tried to shake off the lingering echoes of the voice.

As I sat up in my bed, the darkness of the early morning enveloping me, I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. The voice had sounded so real, so intimate as if it belonged to someone who knew me better than I knew myself. But as I scanned the room, there was no one there but me, the silence echoing back at me.

I rubbed my eyes and glanced at the clock on my bedside table; I realised it was almost 5 am. I had slept longer than I intended. Today was the day of Daniella's party, her eighteenth birthday. I sighed at the thought of all my hard work and how unappreciated I was.

"Today you turn eighteen," the voice whispered again, shivering my spine. It felt like a message, a reminder of something more profound than I could comprehend. But how could I be turning eighteen today? The uncertainty gnawed at me, twisting my thoughts in a tangled web of confusion.

“Who is there? Is this a prank? I'm not stupid.” I called out, expecting Daniella or one of the quads to hide in my bedroom. They were unpredictable with their cruel jokes.

"Eliza, I am here. I am your Wolf, Jasmin," the voice spoke again, its words carrying reassurance and familiarity.

With a sudden burst of courage, I spoke into the room's emptiness, and my voice was barely even above a whisper. "Ok, Jasmine, if you're real, how am I supposed to shift? I don't understand." The question hung in the air, a plea for guidance and understanding, as I waited for a response that seemed to come from a place far beyond my comprehension.

Suddenly, a warm, soothing presence enveloped me as if a gentle breeze had swept through the room, carrying a sense of peace and acceptance. The voice of Jasmin echoed in my mind, her words resonating with clarity and purpose.

"Eliza, trust in yourself. The power to shift lies within you, waiting to be awakened," Jasmin's voice whispered, her tone filled with encouragement and support. I closed my eyes, allowing her words to sink deep into my consciousness, letting go of the doubts and fears that had clouded my mind.

I slipped out of bed, each movement deliberate and cautious to avoid betraying my intentions. The house was still shrouded, and my packmates were lost in their dreams. Fueled by the moment's enthusiasm, I navigated to the window with trepidation and excitement, my pulse quickening with the rising tide of anticipation.

The night air enveloped me in its embrace, its cool touch starkly contrasting the fire that burned within my veins. With trembling hands, I pushed the window open, allowing the silvery moonlight to cascade into the room and bathe me in its ethereal glow. In my mind, Jasmin's voice offered a reassuring presence, a gentle reminder of the power within me, urging me to embrace the unknown confidently.

"You can do it," her words echoed in my ears, a beacon of encouragement in the sea of uncertainty that threatened to engulf me. With a deep breath, I steeled myself for what was to come, letting go of doubt and fear in favour of the exhilarating promise of transformation and liberation that awaited me under the moonlit sky.

"Now what? What do I do next?" I questioned aloud, the urgency in my voice mirroring the frantic beat of my heart. The desire to shift, to let the primal instincts of my inner wolf take over, was a potent force that pulsed through my veins, demanding release. I longed to be free from the constraints of human existence,

"Eliza, my dear, you have always carried the wolf within you, waiting for the right time to awaken. Your status here in this pack as an omega does not define your true potential. Embrace the urge to shift, trust in the power within you, and let go of the doubts that hold you back. You are capable of more than you know." she assured me, and I knew immediately that I could trust her.

Once I was out of the building, I quickly ran to the forest and waited a moment or two in case anyone had seen me leave. Usually, the patrol handover happens around now, so I was sure that I would be ok.

Ten minutes later, I pulled off my shorts and crop top and lay bare on the cool grass, my skin tingling with anticipation as I surrendered myself to the ancient call of the wild. I closed my eyes and relinquished control to Jasmin.

“Take a deep breath and trust me.” Jasmine softly said. I did as she asked and closed my eyes, trying to relax fully.

The ache of transformation rippled through my body, a symphony of pain and pleasure as my bones shifted and contorted, moulding themselves into the primal form of my very own wolf.

I bit back a sound as the raw power of the shift rushed through me, my body twisted and warped, reshaping itself into this majestic frame of the wolf.

The next moment, I felt a gush of primal instinct take hold, guiding me through the unfamiliar landscape of my altered senses. The scent of the earth and the rustle of the wind against my fur filled my heightened senses, enveloping me in a world of heightened awareness and raw, untamed power.

As I knelt by the water's edge and saw my reflection, I gasped and almost toppled into the water. My wolf form, draped in pure white fur like freshly fallen snow, stared back at me on the lake's rippling surface.

Questions raced through my mind as I grappled with this strange reality. How could I, an omega within the pack, possess such a majestic and rare form? The significance of my white fur hinted at a power and grace beyond anything I had imagined, a truth that shook me to my core.

“Jasmine wh..what are we?” I whispered. Coming to a sudden stop, my ears pricked, my senses heightened, and I saw something—a figure standing at the edge of the clearing, a silhouette against the moonlit sky.

“We need to leave.” Jasmine snarled quietly. My heart leapt into my throat as fear and adrenaline flooded my veins. I had been careless, too caught up in the thrill of the run to notice the presence of another.

I ran back towards the safety of the packhouse.

I closed the window with a quick flick of my wrist and leapt into bed, pulling my knees to my chest as my heart raced. The rush of adrenaline still pulsed through my veins, a potent reminder of the seismic shift that had occurred within me. It was a secret I couldn't share, not yet. This was something I needed to understand on my own first and let me tell you, it was a lot to process.

I had drifted off as an omega, but now, with the dawn of a new day on my birthday, I awoke with the essence of a Wolf coursing through my being. It was a transformation that both exhilarated and terrified me, a duality I grappled with as I contemplated the implications of this newfound power. And to top it all off, fate had decided to intertwine my destiny with Daniella, the one person in my life who harboured hatred towards me.

As I lay there, the weight of my reality settling in, I started to drift off again, and the next thing I knew, there was a loud thud at the door.

“Omega, you bitch. Wake up. Why are you not up and serving breakfast? Did you forget it’s my birthday?”

I sat up abruptly, my heart pounding as I tried to make sense of the situation. The voice was unmistakably Daniella's, but I couldn't let her see my fear or confusion. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing thoughts.

"I'm up, Daniella," I called out, trying to sound more composed than I felt. "Give me a moment to get the breakfast ready."

As I got out of bed, the Wolf within me stirred, its energy coursing through my veins. I could feel its strength and power, knowing I had to harness it carefully. This newfound power could change everything, but first, I needed to survive this encounter with Daniella.

“Well, you better hurry up before the Alpha and Luna find out you're not doing your duties.” she kicked the door, and I heard her leave.

Throwing on some clothes, I quickly hurried out of my room and to the kitchen. I could not risk the Alpha and Luna finding out anything of this, not yet.

I quickly prepared breakfast, trying to keep my movements steady and focused. I decided on pancakes and syrup as that is a massive favourite in this packed house.

As I served the meal, I couldn't help but notice the tension between us. I knew she disliked me, but I couldn't understand why. I have always tried to be friendly and helpful.

"Happy birthday," I said, trying to keep my voice even. "I hope you enjoy your breakfast."

Daniella eyed me suspiciously before taking a bite of her food. I could see the wheels turning in her mind, trying to figure out what had changed in me. I had to be careful not to give anything away, not until I understood this new power within me.

“She will not break you. I am here with you now. Every step of the way.” I heard Jasmine echo in the back of my mind. I could not help but smile at that. It felt good to know that, finally, I had my wolf.

Despite Daniella's continued icy demeanour, I remained calm and composed, focusing on the task. I couldn't let her hostility get to me; I needed to understand this new power within me and harness it to protect myself.

After breakfast, as I cleaned up the dishes, Daniella approached me cautiously. "What's going on with you?" she asked, her voice laced with suspicion.” something seems odd about you, and I want to know what it is.”

I met her gaze head-on, the Wolf within me standing strong. "Nothing has changed, Daniella," I replied calmly. "I'm still the same person I've always been."

She seemed taken aback by my response as if expecting me to cower before her. But I stood my ground, the new strength of the Wolf empowering me.

“Yeah, the same skank we all hate and wish you had never been born.” Janet piped up, looking me up and down with disgust. They both giggled, and I avoided looking up at them.

“I’m sorry you don’t like me, but I have worked hard to ensure Daniella has the best party,” I said.

“Hmph, remember not to show your face at my party tonight. The alpha sons are returning tonight, and I will be announced as their mate and future Luna. Nobody wants you scaring them off with your disgusting omega vibes.”

I couldn't help but bristle at Daniella's words, the Wolf within me rising to defend my honour. However, showing my true feelings would only escalate the situation. Instead, I chose to remain calm and collected.

"I understand, Daniella," I said, keeping my voice even. "I wouldn't want to disrupt your special night. I'll make sure to stay away from the party."

As they left the room, I allowed myself to process her words. The thought of being labelled as an 'omega' and 'disgusting' stung, but I knew that I had to focus on understanding and controlling my newfound power.

I quickly decided to go for a shower and freshen up. Today, I would leave this hell hole once and for all, and I could not wait.

As I stepped into the soothing stream of water in the shower, letting the warm droplets cascade over me, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. The tension of the morning and the confrontation with Daniella slowly melted away, replaced by a renewed determination to embrace my Wolf essence and forge my path.

I took my time in the shower, allowing myself to reflect on everything that had transpired. The power of the Wolf within me was a force to be reckoned with, and I needed to learn how to harness it for my benefit. I couldn't let the prejudices and hatred of others hold me back anymore.

As I stepped out of the shower and dried off, I caught sight of my reflection and gasped, almost dropping my towel. My once brown eyes now were glowing an amber colour. What was I? My wolf was white, yet I was supposed to be an omega? Could it be I was more than an omega? My parents had abandoned me, so I had no clue what heritage I had come from.

I couldn’t let anyone see me like that. “Jasmine, why are my eyes this colour? What is happening to me?”