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“Did you miss this opportunity in the end, Stefani?”

I remained silent, staring at my wound.

Damn!

This shouldn’t have happened to me yesterday.

I had to swallow hard to achieve my dream of becoming a famous model.

“The opportunity was right before your eyes. How did you get into an accident?”

Mrs. Jill continued muttering. Her expression wasn’t very pleasant to me, and I could tell.

“Come on, Siska. It was an accident, Stefani can try again next year.”

Alex defended me, waving me off.

He massaged Mrs. Jill’s shoulders to calm her nerve.

“She’s my only hope of defeating Freya, you know?”

Alex approached me, looking at the wounds on my body.

“Are you sure all your wounds can be healed, Stefani?” he asked.

I wasn’t sure.

“You’re a model, your body and skin are valuable assets. You can’t afford even the slightest scratch, Stefani. So what do you expect with your current condition?”

I swallowed hard, feeling truly guilty after hearing Alex’s words.

“You’ve failed as a supermodel. What can you do?” he continued.

I lowered my head.

“I want to be successful. Isn’t there a second chance for me?” I asked pleadingly.

I saw Mrs. Jill and Alex exchange glances for a moment.

"In your condition, you have no other choice. You'll just be an extra in every show. You won't be seen with your current condition."

No way.

I had to achieve my dream!

I knelt before Mrs. Jill, begging for mercy.

It didn't matter if I was spat on or hit.

As long as I get the chance.

“Please…”

“There’s only one way, Stefani, and it’ll be difficult for you to do.”

“Anything… I’ll do anything, Madam.”

I saw Mrs. Jill and Alex look at each other, then smile.

I didn’t know what they were planning.

I didn’t care.

As long as I can become a top model, I’ll do anything.

“Okay. I have a special way for you to become a top model. However…” Mrs. Jill paused.

She eyed me as if assessing something.

“You’re still a virgin, aren’t you?” she asked.

I nodded.

I swallowed hard.

I felt like this idea might be a little crazy.

“Good,” she said then.

“On the night of the full moon, you must come to one of the apartments in the city center. Alex will drive you there.”

I paused and watched.

“Deliver a package for someone.”

“A package?”

“Yes. And this person’s satisfaction depends on you.”

“What do you mean?”

“The more you can satisfy him, the greater your chances of becoming a top model in the world.”

I remained silent.

I tried to process what she said.

But nothing she said made sense to me.

“The day after tomorrow, make sure all your wounds are healed.” Alex chimed in. “Because you’ll be judged. Whether you deserve it or not depends on you, Stefani.”

I nodded.

If this was my only chance, I’ll do anything!

“Dress appropriately, and a little… sexy.”

“I’ll do whatever it takes to become a top model.”

****

And the day after tomorrow finally came.

I was standing in front of an apartment tower with Alex.

I was carrying a package, as Mrs. Jill had instructed.

I had no idea what was inside.

Mrs. Jill had just instructed me not to open it until the recipient had done so.

I wore a floor-length black dress with a slit that almost reached the base of my chest. It was sleeveless, revealing my ample cleavage. It was only covered by my gray coat, which was still on me.

“Apartment unit number 507. You must come there in person. Knock on the door and give Mr. Khill the package you brought. Afterward, I expect you to serve him to his satisfaction.”

I turned around.

“What?” I was shocked.

Alex chuckled at my expression. Then he began to touch my hair from the roots to the tips.

“Stefani, I admit you’re my most naïve model. Don’t you understand that our world is too dark for you, who thinks everything can be achieved by the right means?”

“What do you mean?” I asked, still confused.

“Mr. Khill is the CEO of one of the largest agencies in the country. By connecting with him, it will be easier for you to achieve your goals. The more you can please him, the faster you will achieve your dreams.”

“So, so… you’re asking me to serve him in bed?” I was shocked.

“Yeah, what else? Did you think you’d just hand over the package with that sexy look of yours, Stefani? Come on, many of the models do this to succeed, don’t be naïve.”

My legs suddenly trembled.

I unconsciously stepped back.

I nearly fell because of my hells.

But I began to realize that this wasn’t a dream.

Alex stood in front of me again. He then pulled my coat aside. He touched my chest, my waist, and then squeezed my buttocks.

“Your body is more than perfect to please a man, Stefani.”

“No…”

“No?” he asked.

He looked irritated.

“Okay, fine. Then go back to the agency and bury all your dreams of becoming a top model deep inside. You’ve already failed, what else do you want, huh?”

My tears fell foolishly, and I didn’t know how I could do this.

“It’s all up to you. Get in or not at all.”

I had to be a top model. I had to!”

I decided to take a step forward. Alex immediately pushed me into the elevator and pressed the button.

My entire body was shaking violently. Even my hands seemed unable to carry the package.

The elevator doors opened.

I was jolted out of my reverie.

And as I stepped out, I saw a woman being pushed into the elevator by two men.

Her body was covered in sharp wounds. She was barely intact, and she wasn’t wearing a single piece of clothing.

She was frail, slumped alone in the elevator. Finally, I took off my coat and gave it to her.

The woman stared at me hysterically.

“Don’t go! Don’t go there! He’s not human!” she screamed.

The elevator closed, before I could even question her further.

I swallowed.

The two men left, their gazes icy.

I lowered my head and began walking straight ahead, searching for the door number Alex had mentioned.

I realized there were no apartments on this floor. There was only one unit, and it was at the end of the hallway.

A giant wooden door stood majestically. It made me a little nervous.

I swallowed.

My brisk pace slowed, and I felt like I couldn’t even continue.

Until finally, I arrived at the door that wasn’t completely closed. It was as if the owner had been waiting for me.

I stepped inside.

The door suddenly closed with a loud thud.

I nearly jumped. A chill began to permeate the room.

I looked around.

Strange paintings of the world’s wild beasts were displayed in a big frame.

Until finally, my ears caught a groan.

There, out of the corner of my eye, I saw a massive, hairy figure sitting at a wooden table near the balcony.

The furry figure had ears, a mouth full of saliva, and long, fang-like teeth. Its eyes glowed red with a terrifying glint.

And its claws dangled, sharp and pointed.

It was… a werewolf!

Before I could realize it, the figure leaped right over me, and I lost consciousness.