The events of the previous day replayed endlessly in Jang Y/n’s mind, leaving her disoriented and restless. She couldn’t make sense of what had happened—or the feelings that accompanied it. A whirlwind of emotions churned within her, unfamiliar and unsettling. His eyes had captivated her, pulling her into a world where nothing else seemed to matter.

What was happening to her? Why was he invading her thoughts, her emotions, her very being? It was maddening. She clenched her fists, trying to suppress the butterflies that erupted in her stomach at the mere thought of him. This couldn’t go on. Whatever spell he had cast over her, it needed to break—now.

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Kim Taehyung was more than just a teacher. He was the Alpha of the Blue Moon Pack, a role that demanded strength, sacrifice, and relentless vigilance. For the sake of his pack’s safety, he had moved them from their previous territory—an action born out of both necessity and pain.

Their old land had been rife with enemies, led by the rival Prowler Pack. The war had been brutal, a fight for survival that had cost Taehyung dearly. Though victorious, the losses his pack endured—his pack family—had scarred him deeply. Now, he lived with only his mother and sister, the last fragments of his family, in a place he hoped could offer a fresh start.

Something had drawn him to this town, an unexplainable pull he couldn’t ignore. Perhaps, with time, he would understand the mysterious force that led him here.

Tomorrow marked the beginning of a new chapter. Taehyung had always harbored a quiet dream of teaching, but his responsibilities as Alpha had kept him from pursuing it. Now, he hoped this opportunity would provide him the reset he desperately needed.

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The first day of classes began smoothly enough. Most of his students were warm and welcoming—too welcoming, if he were honest. The girls’ overly enthusiastic smiles and the boys’ envious glares tested his patience. Internally, he groaned. He had no interest in any of them. Dating a student was not only illegal but also unthinkable. His resolve to maintain professionalism was unshakable.

By the time his final class arrived, exhaustion weighed heavily on him. He entered the room and introduced himself. That’s when he saw her.

She didn’t look up—not even once. Instead, she was engrossed in a book, entirely uninterested in the commotion surrounding him. It was a stark contrast to the rest of the class, and it caught his attention immediately. He couldn’t explain it, but something about her drew him in.

“Who is she?” he thought, his curiosity piqued.

As the class began asking their usual questions, his focus wavered. When she finally raised her head and met his gaze, it hit him like a thunderbolt. His world shifted, his wolf stirred restlessly, and for a moment, he struggled to maintain his composure.

The connection was undeniable. His wolf surged forward, recognizing her instantly, while Taehyung did his best to suppress the primal urge to get closer. His senses sharpened, every fiber of his being attuned to her presence.

When the class ended, and she made her way to the door, he couldn’t let her go—not yet. Acting on impulse, he called her back. She hesitated, clearly reluctant, but ultimately stayed.

“I reviewed your academic file,” he said, keeping his tone steady despite his racing thoughts. “Your grades are excellent, and I’d like to offer you the position of teacher’s assistant. You’ll gain subject credits and even a college credit. Would you be interested?”

Her response was quick, albeit slightly cautious. “Yes, I’d love to.”

Relief and excitement flooded through him. This was his chance to keep her close, to figure out why she held such power over him. Yet he could tell she was suspicious. She glanced at him with a mix of curiosity and unease, likely thinking he was just another teacher abusing his authority.

When their conversation ended, she walked away, and Taehyung couldn’t tear his eyes from her retreating form.

It finally hit him. After all these years of searching, after losing hope of ever finding his mate, here she was. Fate had brought her to him.

But doubt lingered at the edges of his joy. Would she accept him for who he truly was? For what he was?

As the door closed behind her, Taehyung whispered to himself, “Please, let her see me—not just the Alpha, but the man who’s waited for her his entire life.”

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