The wolf in me

Waking after a long absence, the protagonist experiences intense physical pain and disorientation, finding themselves in darkness. A woman's soothing voice suggests rest, followed by a man's panicked remark about their dire situation. Consciousness fades again, only to return with agonizing groans and blurred vision. Suddenly, heightened senses of smell and hearing emerge, raising questions about their changed state. Overhearing a conversation outside their locked room, the protagonist identifies Mei's voice as she explains her actions, attributing them to a potent haze and an uncontrollable urge triggered by someone's intense allure. Fragmented memories of the previous night—fangs, shadows, and eyes that shifted from blue to red—confirm the protagonist is not imagining things. The narrative hints at a mysterious transformation and a dangerous encounter.