Chapter 18 The Awkward Encounter

　　After opening up to Raymond and confirming our feelings for each other, I had never felt so at peace. 　　I lay on the lawn of the villa, enjoying the fresh air and warmth of the sun. 　　I decided I wanted to go for a run! 　　Lily jumped up excitedly. 　　Behind the villa was a forest we called the Mayata Forest, a place rarely visited by humans. 　　Further west, there were territories occupied by wolf packs. 　　In the past, conflicts often occurred here, but after signing a peace treaty, there will be no war unless there are challenges or unforeseen events. 　　Because of this, they established the Moon Goddess Academy. 　　Here, we learned about werewolf knowledge and human society, helping us better adapt to the world. 　　I entered the forest, shedding my clothes and shoes, feeling the damp earth beneath my hands and feet. The ground was slippery with moss, and tiny insects crawled underfoot. 　　The air was thick with the smell of trees, rivers, and lakes. 　　Slowly, I let myself transform into