Torn In Between

Torn In Between

Qwin Anni

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Melissa Moore is excited to start her internship at a new art gallery, but she never expects to find a painting of herself-as a werewolf-standing next to a mysterious male werewolf. Her boss, Devon Grey, shocks her even more when he calls her by a strange name and insists they are fated mates. Melissa has never met him before, but he is determined to prove they belong together. He gives her an ancient dream stone, promising it will show her the truth. Curious, Melissa sleeps with the stone under her pillow and wakes up in the past-right in the middle of a werewolf war. Torn between uncovering the truth about her past and finding a way back home, she must decide whether to trust the bond she feels with Devon or return to her life with unanswered questions.

Torn In Between Chapter 1 The Interview

Melissa Moore was used to things going wrong.

Her alarm clock had a habit of failing her, her coffee always seemed to spill at the worst moments, and no matter how hard she tried, life never went quite as planned.

That morning was no different.

She sat on the edge of her bed, her phone clutched tightly in her hand as she stared at the frozen screen. The email with her interview details was buried somewhere beneath spam messages about discounts, newsletters she never subscribed to, and job rejection letters she hadn't had the heart to delete yet.

"C'mon, c'mon," she muttered, tapping the screen. Nothing.

Her stomach twisted. This was her last chance.

For the past month, Melissa had been scouring the city for a job-any job-that would take her with an art history degree and zero professional experience. She had lost count of how many times she had heard the dreaded phrase: We're looking for someone with more hands-on experience.

Greyson Art Gallery was her last hope, the only place that had agreed to an interview instead of dismissing her outright. If she missed this, she didn't want to think about what came next.

Sighing, she shoved her useless phone into her bag, grabbed her coat, and bolted out of her tiny apartment. The moment she stepped outside, she was hit with the crisp morning air, carrying the scent of freshly brewed coffee from the café across the street.

Her stomach growled, but she had no time to stop.

Her eyes darted to the bus stop a block away, and just as she reached the curb, a bus pulled up with a loud hiss.

For once, luck was on her side.

Melissa stepped into Greyson Art Gallery, feeling an odd mix of excitement and anxiety settle in her chest.

The gallery was sleek and modern, yet it had a certain warmth to it. The walls were adorned with carefully curated pieces-some abstract, others hyperrealistic-all illuminated by soft overhead lighting. The space smelled like fresh paint and old books, a combination that instantly made her feel at home.

At the front desk, a young woman with short red hair was flipping through a thick sketchbook. She barely looked up when Melissa approached.

"Can I help you?"

Melissa swallowed. "I-I have an interview with Devon Grey."

The receptionist finally looked up, arching a brow. "You're early."

Melissa blinked. "I am?"

She glanced at her phone-still frozen-but the time on the front desk's clock read 9:45 AM. She was supposed to be here at 10:00 AM.

For once, her tendency to rush everywhere had worked in her favor.

The receptionist sighed and picked up the phone. "Wait here."

Melissa nodded, trying to ignore the way her hands fidgeted with the strap of her bag. Her eyes wandered over the paintings nearby, each one seeming to tell a story. One particular piece caught her eye-a portrait of a woman standing beneath a stormy sky, her expression unreadable.

Before she could study it further, a deep voice called from the hallway.

"Melissa Moore?"

She turned-and froze.

Devon Grey was nothing like she had imagined.

She had expected someone older, maybe in his fifties, with silver hair and a quiet, wise demeanor. Instead, the man before her looked like he had stepped straight out of a fashion magazine.

Tall, lean, and effortlessly composed, Devon had sharp gray eyes that studied her as if he already knew everything about her. He wore a black button-up shirt with the sleeves rolled up, revealing strong forearms. His presence was intense-intimidating, even.

"Come with me," he said. No small talk, no pleasantries.

Melissa swallowed and hurried after him.

Devon's office was not what she expected.Instead of the cold, minimalist space she had imagined, the room felt... lived-in. Bookshelves lined the walls, packed with thick art books, old journals, and loose sketches. A large window overlooked the city, casting warm morning light across the wooden desk.

"Sit," Devon said, gesturing to the chair across from him.

Melissa obeyed, clasping her hands in her lap to stop them from shaking.

"So," Devon leaned forward, resting his elbows on the desk. "Tell me why you want to work here."

Melissa took a deep breath. She had rehearsed this. She could do this.

"I've always loved art. I studied art history in college, but I don't want to just read about it-I want to be part of it. I think galleries tell stories, and I want to help bring those stories to life."

Devon watched her for a long moment, his gaze unreadable.

Finally, he nodded. "Good answer."

Relief flooded through her.

"But," he continued, "what makes you different from the other candidates?"

Melissa hesitated. "I... I work hard. I don't give up easily. And I'm good at noticing details other people miss."

Devon's lips twitched slightly, almost like he was amused. "Are you now?"

She nodded. "Yes."

Another pause. Then, without warning, Devon reached behind his desk and pulled out a canvas.

"What do you think of this?"

He tilted the painting toward her.

Melissa felt her breath catch.

It was a forest scene, painted in deep greens and blues. Moonlight filtered through the trees, casting long shadows. At the center stood a wolf, its eyes glowing silver against the dark.

Something about it made her heart skip a beat.

"It's... beautiful," she whispered.

"Why?" Devon asked, his voice quieter now.

She studied the brushstrokes, the way the shadows bled into the trees, the intensity in the wolf's gaze. The painting wasn't just a depiction-it felt alive.

Melissa hesitated before answering.

"It's the eyes," she said finally. "They're... watching. Waiting. It feels like-like the wolf knows something. Like it's part of something bigger."

Devon's expression didn't change, but something in his gaze flickered-just for a moment.

Then, he leaned back in his chair. "You're hired."

Melissa blinked. "What?"

Devon shrugged. "You start tomorrow."

Just like that? No more questions? No formalities?

She should have been excited. This was what she wanted-what she needed. But deep down, something felt... off.

As she shook Devon's hand and left the office, the image of the wolf lingered in her mind.

The way it had stared. The way it had felt eerily familiar.

She didn't know why, but a strange thought crossed her mind as she stepped out of the gallery.

Had she seen that wolf before?

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“Melissa Moore is excited to start her internship at a new art gallery, but she never expects to find a painting of herself-as a werewolf-standing next to a mysterious male werewolf. Her boss, Devon Grey, shocks her even more when he calls her by a strange name and insists they are fated mates. Melissa has never met him before, but he is determined to prove they belong together. He gives her an ancient dream stone, promising it will show her the truth. Curious, Melissa sleeps with the stone under her pillow and wakes up in the past-right in the middle of a werewolf war. Torn between uncovering the truth about her past and finding a way back home, she must decide whether to trust the bond she feels with Devon or return to her life with unanswered questions.”
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Chapter 1 The Interview

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Chapter 2 The First Day

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Chapter 3 The Truth He Won't Say

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Chapter 4 Shackles and Secrets

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Chapter 5 The Hunt Begins

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Chapter 6 Shadows Of The Past

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Chapter 7 To Stand and Bow

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Chapter 8 The One Who Vanished

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Chapter 9 Back Against the Ground

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Chapter 10 The Loud Calling

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Chapter 11 The Watcher

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Chapter 12 The Gate, The Flame and the Choice

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Chapter 13 The Breach Beneath the Gallery

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Chapter 14 The Memory That Was Never Hers

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Chapter 15 The Seal Wings, The Stairwell Between Things

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Chapter 16 Glass Between World

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Chapter 17 The Art of Pretending

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Chapter 18 Between Shadows And Light

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Chapter 19 Threads in the Dark

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Chapter 20 Threads of the Forgotten

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Chapter 21 Fracture in Silence

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Chapter 22 The Name in the Stone

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Chapter 23 The Summer House

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Chapter 24 Whispers in the Walls

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Chapter 25 The House By The River

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Chapter 26 The Archivist's Ledger

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Chapter 27 The Lost Map

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Chapter 28 The Vault Beneath

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