One Night With My Alpha Professor by Eve Above Story

Chapter 81 Audrey

I sat hunched over at my sewing machine, carefully guiding the delicate silver fabric under the needle. The Equinox Masquerade was just days away, and I was determined to make a statement with my gown. I had spent weeks sketching designs, sourcing materials, and now, 4**ly, bringing my vision to life.

The dress was a masterpiece of silver and midnight blue; I had been inspired by the night sky, and wanted to embody that with my gown. The bodice was a deep, rich blue adorned with tiny crystals that sparkled like the stars in the sky. The skirt flowed out in alternating layers of shimmering silver and gold, meant to be reminiscent of the yellow moonlight dancing across the water's surface.

As I finished the last seam on the bodice, I held it up to admire my handiwork in the dim light of my lamp. The intricate beadwork caught the light, sending tiny rainbows dancing across the walls of my dorm room. I could already picture myself moving on the dancefloor, the crystals catching the moving lights of the masquerade.

"Perfect," I murmured to myself, a tiny smile tugging at the corners of my lips.

Next, I turned my attention to the mask that would complete my ensemble. It was a delicate piece, crafted from the same midnight blue as the bodice and edged with silver filigree. I had spent hours painstakingly attaching each tiny crystal and feather, not wanting to cut any corners.

With steady hands, I carefully glued another small crystal to the mask's edge. The adhesive was tricky to work with, but I had learned through trial and error that it was the only thing strong enough to keep the decorations in place all night.

"Just a few more," I muttered, reaching for another crystal.

As I worked, I couldn't help but imagine the finished product in my head. The mask would just cover the upper half of my face, but the crystals would catch the light in such a way that it would be difficult for anyone looking from afar to make out my identity. Perfect for a masquerade. Perfect to feel like someone else, just for a little while.

Maybe I could even convince myself that I wasn't Audrey the human, but rather a werewolf just like everyone else.

A werewolf who didn't need to dye her silver hair black.

Once the crystals were in place, I moved on to the feathers. Each one had to be placed perfectly, creating a delicate frame around the edge of the mask. It was painstaking work, but the result would be worth it. Once I was finally satisfied with the mask, I set it aside to dry and turned back to the dress. The bodice was complete, but the skirt still needed work. But as I got started on the first layer, I realized with a sinking feeling that I was running low on the

silver fabric.

Frowning, I rifled through my supplies, hoping to find an extra piece I had forgotten about, but came up empty-handed.

"Dammit," I said out loud, glancing at the clock as I ran a hand through my hair. The campus storeroom would still be open for another hour. If I hurried, I could make it there and back before it closed. Grabbing my keys and student ID, I headed out into the crisp evening air. The campus was quiet, most students already settled in for the night or holed up in the library studying. I liked nights like this; they were peaceful.

As I walked, though, my mind wandered to the upcoming masquerade and although I tried to ignore the thought, I couldn't help but wonder if Edwin would be there.

been so awkward,

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I told myself. Professors rarely came to these events; and knowing Edwin, he

of faculty members gathered near the science building. But one familiar, tall, broad-shouldered figure in a tweed blazer made me

sensing my presence, he

could see me, my heart pounding. I wasn't ready to face him yet, not after

my horror, he started walking in

me,

of course, luck wasn't on my side. Edwin stopped just a few feet away

spine-I hadn't heard it outside of his lectures-and my dreams-in a

reveal myself, I stepped out from behind the tree, trying to look as nonchalant as possible. "Oh, hey," I said, forcing a smile. "I didn't expect to see you

raised an eyebrow, clearly not buying my act. "Were you... hiding

course not," I laughed nervously. "I was just... leaning against it. You know, enjoying

almost hear the gears turning in his head. His gaze seemed to linger on my hair for a moment too long, and I resisted the urge to touch it

good to

in his voice made me feel guilty all over again. "I've been... good," I said, shifting my weight from one foot to the other. "Busy with the masquerade

masquerade. You're making your

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of you. I'm sure it will

looking down at my feet.

his throat. "Listen, Audrey,

time!" I interrupted, glancing at my watch. "I really need to get to

around him and practically ran toward the art building. I could feel

I finally stop to lean against the wall, catching my breath. "Smooth, Audrey, I muttered to myself. "Real

a moment to compose myself, trying to shake off the lingering embarrassment from iny encounter with Edwin. We hadn't spoken since that last argument, and that day hadn't been my

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