Hosie~ One Shots

A Connection In The Moonlight

Josie Saltzman had always known that her life was unusual. Growing up at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted meant that her days were filled with magic, supernatural creatures, and a sense of constant adventure. But for the past few weeks, Josie had been plagued by a series of vivid dreams. Every night, she dreamt of a mysterious girl with striking blue eyes and long, dark hair. This girl felt strangely familiar, yet Josie had no memory of ever meeting her.

The dreams were intense and filled with emotions that Josie couldn't quite place. There was an overwhelming sense of connection, a pull that felt almost magnetic. She could see the girl clearly, often standing in a forest, her eyes filled with a mixture of sadness and hope. Josie would wake up each morning with her heart racing, her mind buzzing with questions. Who was this girl? And why did she feel so connected to her?

One night, unable to sleep and desperate for answers, Josie decided to take a walk in the forest behind the school. The moonlight filtered through the trees, casting an eerie glow on the path ahead. As she walked deeper into the woods, she felt a strange sensation, as if she were being watched. Suddenly, a rustle in the bushes made her stop in her tracks. Josie's heart pounded as she saw a large, white wolf emerge from the shadows.

The wolf was majestic, its fur shimmering under the moonlight. Josie felt a surge of fear, but the wolf's eyes were calm and gentle. It made no move to attack, instead, it slowly approached her. Josie stood frozen, her breath caught in her throat. The wolf stopped a few feet away and gazed at her with an intensity that sent shivers down her spine.

For reasons she couldn't explain, Josie felt a wave of calm wash over her. She crouched down, extending her hand cautiously. The wolf sniffed her fingers and then nuzzled against her palm. Josie smiled, her fear melting away as she began to pet the wolf. Its fur was soft and warm, and the connection she felt was immediate and profound.

Josie leaned against a nearby tree, her hand never leaving the wolf's fur. As the wolf snuggled closer, Josie started talking. She told the wolf about her strange dreams, about the girl who haunted her nights. She spoke of her life at the Salvatore School, of her twin sister Lizzie, and the challenges they faced. The wolf listened silently, its presence comforting and grounding.

"I don't know who she is," Josie murmured, her eyes closed as she continued to stroke the wolf's fur. "But I feel like I need to find her. Like she's a part of me somehow."

The wolf looked up at her with understanding eyes, and Josie felt a sense of peace she hadn't known in weeks. After a while, she reluctantly stood up, giving the wolf one last pat. "I should get back," she said softly. "Thank you for listening."

The wolf watched as Josie made her way back to the school, its eyes glowing softly in the darkness.

The next day, Josie and Lizzie were tasked with giving a tour to a new student. They waited in Alaric's office, chatting about their plans for the day. When the door opened, Josie turned to see a girl with striking blue eyes and long, dark hair standing in the doorway. Josie's heart skipped a beat as recognition washed over her. It was the girl from her dreams.

The girl smiled warmly and held out her hand. "Hello, my name is Hope. You must be Josie."

Josie took her hand, feeling a jolt of electricity at the touch. "Yes, I'm Josie," she replied, her voice a little shaky. "It's nice to meet you, Hope."

As they shook hands, Josie felt a surge of emotions, a sense of completeness that she couldn't quite explain. It was as if all the pieces of a puzzle had suddenly fallen into place. She looked into Hope's eyes and saw a flicker of recognition there too, as if Hope felt the same inexplicable connection.

For the rest of the day, Josie and Lizzie showed Hope around the school, introducing her to the various classrooms and facilities. Josie found herself stealing glances at Hope, marveling at how familiar she felt despite never having met her before. Hope seemed to sense it too, often looking at Josie with a curious, almost knowing smile.

As the tour came to an end, the three girls found themselves in the forest behind the school. Hope paused, looking around with a thoughtful expression. "This place feels... important," she said quietly.

Josie nodded, her heart pounding. "I come here sometimes when I need to think. It's peaceful."

Hope smiled, and for a moment, Josie thought she saw a glint of recognition in Hope's eyes. "I think I like it here," Hope said softly.

Josie felt a surge of hope and curiosity. She knew there were still many questions to be answered, but for the first time in weeks, she felt a sense of clarity. Meeting Hope had brought a new sense of purpose to her life, and she was determined to uncover the truth behind their connection.

As they walked back to the school, Josie glanced at Hope and smiled. She had a feeling that their journey was just beginning, and she couldn't wait to see where it would lead them. The dreams, the wolf, and the mysterious connection between them were all part of a larger story, one that Josie was eager to explore with Hope by her side.