Azalea
9 Years Later
“Azalea, where are you?” My younger brother Torrin calls to me.
I am running through the woods, trying to escape my brothers and cousin. I am the only girl among them, and I just want time away. Today is my ninth birthday, but I have to share it with my twin brother, Ronan.
My parents are having a party in the field beside our house for us. I just needed to get away. My wolf Io is in my head, guiding me towards the creek where I hope to see him again.
“Azalea!” Torrin screams.
“Leave me alone, Torrin!” I scream back. I love both of my brothers, but I wish I had a sister. I reach my spot and make sure my brothers haven’t followed me. “Are you here?” I call out.
My friend emerges from the shadows of the trees. He is handsome with black hair and deep blue eyes
