(Annaliz POV)
The air on my sixteenth birthday was thick with anticipation. The sun hung low in the sky, casting long shadows across the lush green forest that surrounded our castle. It was a magical time, filled with the vibrant colors of blossoms and the excitement of the pack, but deep down, I felt a swirl of emotions - fear intertwined with exhilaration. Today was not just any birthday; it was the day I would embrace my full identity. Today, I would shift for the first time.
As I stood in the grand hall, the ornate chandeliers dangling from the high ceilings glittered with the golden light of the setting sun. My mother, Queen Yadieliz, a vision in her flowing gown embroidered with intricate patterns resembling the forest itself, placed her hand gently on my shoulder. Her touch sent a
