Ever since birth, I was whispered about as a witch with an enigmatic power. As I entered the world, I could sense the precise moment when my life started unraveling. The luck that had been attributed to me vanished instantly, and I was met with a harsh reality that showed no mercy. Being forced into slavery within my own home was a fate worse than any prayer or enemy's wish. The reasons behind it remain a mystery. "Lucia, come back!" my mother called out, chasing me through the woods in a desperate attempt to catch me. Filled with fear, I fervently hoped it wouldn't be the premature death I sensed closing in. "Escape, run!" my wolf voice echoed within me, urging me to flee from this impending doom. Just two more steps separated me from crossing into a new pack, but my legs collided with an unseen stone, sending me tumbling. The impact was jarring. "Ugh..." I groaned, struggling to get up. Before I could even try to escape, she appeared, her eyes red with anger. "I've always known you're not my true daughter. Now, rise, fetch my favorite whip. Lie naked on the bed, ready for your customary punishment," she commanded savagely. In that instant, I knew my fate was sealed.
