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Ethan's POV I stepped out and saw Emily in the living room. "Is there a problem?" I asked, concern etched on my face. "I was hearing loud voices.”I raised an eyebrow, my curiosity piqued. "An unexpected visitor?" I repeated, my voice gentle. I took a step closer to Emily, trying to get her to meet my gaze. "Everything okay?" I asked, my tone softening."There isn't," she said, her gaze drifting away from mine. Her voice was laced with a hint of tension, and I could sense that she was hiding something.I nodded, taking note of the subtle change in Emily's demeanor. "Olivia's back," she announced, her voice neutral. I couldn't help but think of my own unwanted visitor. But my attention was quickly refocused on Emily, and the hint of unease that lingered beneath her composed exterior.She cleared her throat nervously. "I was about to inform you... I will be leaving this morning." Those words made my heart drop."Just wait until after dinner, then," I said, trying to sound casual. But E

EMILY'S POV I rushed back, my footsteps silent on the stairs as I watched him walk away. His eyes sparkled with a love so true as he confirmed his love for Olivia. My heart shattered into a million pieces as I realized the painful truth: he was in love, and he had always been in love. Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes as I felt my world crumbling around me. My box of emotions was overflowing, and I couldn't hold back the sorrow anymore.I was already packed, my bags stood silently in the shadows, a poignant reminder of the decision I'd made. Immediately after dinner, I would be leaving him forever. The thought was razor-sharp, cutting through my heart like a knife. I felt a chill run down my spine as I contemplated the finality of it all - the end of our relationship, the end of our life together.Tomorrow was a day of conflicting desires. A part of me yearned for its arrival, eager to escape the anguish that had become my reality. I longed to leave behind the shattered remain

Ethan's POVI found myself drawn to her room, compelled to gaze into her eyes. Their piercing beauty had a calming effect on my frazzled nerves. I stood there, mesmerized, unsure of what to say to her. Our time together was fleeting, and soon we'd be parting ways forever. In the precious moments I had left, I couldn't help but indulge in the beauty of her gorgeous eyes.I retreated to my bedroom, seeking solace in the familiar comfort of my bed. As I lay down, I stretched out my muscles, trying to release the tension that had been building up inside me. But despite my efforts to relax, my heart remained heavy with pain.My heart ached with the weight of inaction. I yearned to fight for what I desired, but the risk of vulnerability held me back. The fear of being shattered once more, of enduring an everlasting pain, kept my emotions in check. My mind screamed to take a stand, to seize what was mine, but the terror of heartbreak silenced my resolve, leaving me paralyzed and torn.The sh

EMILY'S POV Liam's eyes darted around the space, his gaze lingering on every corner as if expecting someone to emerge from the shadows before finally settling on me to ask, "Did Ava speak harshly to you?” “No,” I replied, my voice firm so he couldn't see right through me, but unfortunately he did because I met a skeptical look on his face. “Emily,” he called, his voice gentle as always, "Are you hiding anything from me?" he added. His eyes locked on mine with an intense gaze. “I'm not.” I needed to be out of her. My body was here, but my mind and soul were with someone who cared least about me. I realized at that moment I was in love with Ethan. I had always known that, but what I just discovered was the connection between me and Liam-Lust. I didn't know how to put it. I didn't know how to tell him why I was giddy with excitement whenever he was around. It wasn't because I loved him; it was because I wanted to escape the sad reality of unrequited love. “Emily,” I snapped out o

Ethan's POVI watched from a distance as Liam's car pulled away from the curb, a mixture of curiosity and unease swirling in my chest. I had specifically warned Emily to keep our arrangement private, and yet, here she was, meeting with...him. I narrowed my eyes, my mind racing with possibilities. What were they discussing? And why did Emily feel the need to sneak around behind my back? I made a mental note to confront Liam about this later, my eyes never leaving the fading tail lights of his car.The anger simmered beneath my surface, a slow-burning fire that threatened to consume me. I couldn't believe she would kiss me, pretend to have feelings for me, when all along she was still entangled with Liam. The thought was a bitter pill to swallow, and I felt my jaw clenched in frustration. I wasn't used to feeling this way about anyone, especially not a woman. My usual detachment, my ability to remain aloof, had been breached, and it was a disconcerting feeling.I stood in front of the s

EMILY’S POVI felt a surge of anger and frustration towards Ethan, mixed with a strong dose of self-loathing for the desire I still felt for him. It was a toxic combination that left me feeling raw and exposed.I hated how my heart went crazy whenever Ethan was near. The skipping beats and nervous flutters were a dead giveaway to the feelings I was trying to suppress.I was so caught up in my thoughts that I didn't notice Liam standing there, and I ended up bumping into him.Liam raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smile on his face. "Hey, looks like I've got Miss Clumsy back in the building."I attempted to muster a smile, but my heart wasn't in it. The pain and turmoil I'd been feeling lingered, making it impossible for me to feign happiness.Liam's eyes locked onto mine, and he could tell something was off. "Hey, is everything okay?" he asked, his voice soft with concern."No, I'm good," I said, trying to downplay my emotions. But Liam wasn't buying it. He kept looking at me with that c

ISABELLA"Oh, okay, that's nice," I said, trying to sound enthusiastic, "His profile seems better than the rest." I was just trying to make my mom smile, but deep down, I was skeptical. After all, her past dates had always seemed perfect at first, only to reveal their flaws later on. My mom's face lit up with a smile, clearly happy that I had given my seal of approval. But in reality, I was still reserving judgment—in my mind, this Sam guy was still a probability, and I wasn't convinced that things would work out between them.It wasn't like I'd be tagging along on their dates or anything, so I didn't need to overthink it. I just needed to let her live her life—she deserved happiness, after all.“We would be going on a date tomorrow, and he would be coming with his son.” Mom announced, shining her thirty-two, and I smiled back at her. “Oh, that's great.”But then she dropped a bombshell: “You will be coming with me to the date.”I immediately disagreed with the idea, “No, Mom, I don'

ISABELLAI opened my eyes to see the guy from earlier, his eyes blazing with anger as he defended me.He turned to me, his expression softening. "Are you okay?" he asked, holding out his hand.I took it, still shaken. "Yeah, I'm fine," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.In a moment of madness, I don't know what came over me, I leaned in and kissed him. The music, the chaos, everything faded into the background as our lips touched. It was like the whole world had come to a standstill.He matched my energy, his soft lips grasping mine with a gentle yet insistent intensity. I pulled him closer, my body craving more. His hand slid under my dress, his fingers tracing the curve of my hip before pressing into my ass.I hate how a jolt of pleasure rushes through my core.He stopped abruptly, and I stared into his honey-brown eyes, wondering why he had stopped.Wasn't he enjoying it? Oh. Damnit. Maybe he realized, I'm a stupid ass stranger that wants to hook up with him. “Let's go

ISABELLA The lights inside the club were buzzing with colors, the first thing I hated about this place. People were dancing all over. I rolled my eyes, already feeling overwhelmed.What's all the fuss about, Is the eclipse aligning with the apocalypse or something?"Bella, can you go wait for me at the bar? I'm going to meet Michael. I'll meet you in a bit," Ariana said, her voice high-pitched with excitement.I just nodded, not even in the mood to talk. She'd just broken up with Jordan last week because she saw him with a girl in bed, and now there was a new guy, Michael.If she had channeled the energy into something better, she might have discovered the cure for cancer."There's something different about this one," she'd said. I didn't know where she got the strength to handle all this stress.Me? I was 19 and had never had a boyfriend. Not that I was lesbian or anything - men were just pieces of shit if you asked me. I'd rather drool over fictional men than be in an actual relat

ISABELLA Stay away from problems and they'll stay away from you, right? Wrong. My entire life, I'd craved simplicity, avoiding drama and controversy like the plague. I kept to myself, never rocking the boat or seeking trouble. But, as fate would have it, I got slammed with the most mind-wrenching, soul-shattering drama imaginable.*****His hands slipped under my skirt, gently tugging down my panties. This was wrong, so wrong, but it felt incredibly right. The tip of his fingers grazed my skin, sending jolts of electricity through me.He flashed his perfect smile. "I knew you were naughty," he whispered, his smooth baritone voice caressing my face. He sucked in my lips, his knee pressing against my skirt.My mind raced; my mom was going to kill me. But I pushed the thought aside. "You only live once," I told myself, surrendering to the moment.******The book was yanked from my grasp, and I met Ariana's scathing glare. "I told you to get ready, bitch," she spat.I rolled my eyes, exa

ELIANA I locked gazes with my father, my eyes wide with terror, my heart was beating so fast, I knew he was capable of doing the most unthinkable thing.My father's eyes blazed with a fierce and unholy anger, the irises burning with an inner fire that seemed to sear my very soul. I trembled at the thought of his wrath.Here's a rephrased version that maintains I could see the rage in his eyes, and I wouldn't be surprised if he'd feed my blood to the vampires."How dare you, Eliana?" my father thundered, his voice exploding through the room like a crack of lightning, making me recoil in fear.As was her custom, Victoria, his stunning yet sinister wife, stood poised in the shadows, a devilish smile spreading across her face like a dark stain, her eyes glinting with malice.An unmistakable smile played on her lips, a twisted gleam in her eyes, for she reveled in my misery, feeding off the venomous hatred my father spewed towards me, her presence a constant reminder of the toxic dynamics

AXEL I slammed my fist onto the table, the sound echoing through the room as I let out a low, menacing growl.My eyes blazed with fury as the truth hit me like a punch to the gut - she had lied to me, and I couldn't believe I'd been so blind.I'd known that deception ran deep in her family's bloodlines, but I'd foolishly believed she was the exception, that she was different.I'd been taken in by the guileless sparkle in her blue eyes, convinced that it was a reflection of her true nature. But now I knew the truth - I'd been damn wrong.I'd been taken in by the guileless sparkle in her blue eyes, convinced that it was a reflection of her true nature. But now I knew the truth - I'd been damn wrong.I slammed my fist onto the table once more, the force of the blow making the plate jump, its delicate edges teetering on the brink of shattering."Alpha, is there a problem?" Tom asked, his voice trembling slightly as he looked at me, his eyes wide with a mix of fear and caution.A low, men

ELIANA "I'm the Lycan king," Axel stated, his voice low and even. "It wouldn't be good to harbor you here. You belong in your father's home, with him." His hazel eyes locked onto mine, staring daringly.Axel's words cut through me like a knife, shattering my heart into a million pieces. The way he said it, his tone firm and unyielding, sent a shiver down my spine. I couldn't quite decipher the emotion behind his words - was it anger, frustration, or something else entirely? Whatever it was, it left me feeling vulnerable and exposed.Each word felt like a dagger, piercing my heart and soul with cruelty. The pain was palpable, a physical ache that threatened to consume me whole. Axel's words were laced with a detached indifference, making them feel all the more brutal and unforgiving.I gulped in a lungful of dry air, my throat constricting with emotion. "Okay," I whispered, the word barely audible. I felt a sense of resignation wash over me, a sense of inevitability. "I'll just cha

ELIANAMy heart racing accelerated, my pulse quickening to a frantic pace. A single, terrifying question echoed through my mind: Had Axel finally uncovered the truth - that I had been deceiving him all along?There was no way I could confess the truth about my father with Cannis standing there, listening in. The risk was too great, and I knew I had to protect my secret, at least for now.I was terrified that I might let something slip, and Axel wouldn't believe me. If that happened, Cannis would undoubtedly report back to my father, and my punishment would be severe. The thought sent a chill down my spine.I couldn't help but notice a subtle shift in Axel's demeanor. He had never been warm or friendly, always maintaining a stoic exterior. But today, I sensed something underlying, a hint of emotion simmering just beneath the surface, making me wonder what could be driving this unexpected change.It might simply be one of his characteristic mood swings, or perhaps there was something mo

ELIANA "Alessia whispered 'Cannis' and I could sense the fear trembling in her voice. I was equally terrified. What was he doing here? I thought, my heart racing with every passing second. I took a cautious step forward, my senses on high alert.”I made my way towards Axel, attempting to brush off the unsettling feeling of Cannis's stare. Axel sat in the dining room, dressed in all-black attire, exuding an air of authority from his imposing chair.I had never seen this dining room before. Its opulent decor and antique furnishings transported me to 19th-century London. The atmosphere was shrouded in mystery as if the room held secrets of the past.I approached Axel, feeling tiny beside his massive chair. "You sent for me?" I said, my voice barely above a whisper, threatening to tremble. I hoped he wouldn't detect the fear lurking beneath my words.A lavish spread of food adorned the table, which only added to my confusion.The mansion seemed to hold even more secrets, as I stumbled up

ELIANA"Alessia, what's gotten into you?" I scolded, my voice laced with concern. Few days ago, she had been the one cautioning me about Axel's intentions, warning me to keep my distance. Now, it seemed like she'd done a complete 180, her obsession with him bordering on alarming. It was as if she'd been brainwashed, her eyes taking on a glassy, far-off quality whenever she mentioned his name. I was starting to worry about her, and I didn't know how to snap her out of it.Just as I was trying to make sense of Alessia's sudden obsession, a knock at the door broke the tension. I hesitated for a moment, expecting it to be Axel on the other side. But to my surprise, it was Tom, Axel's beta, who stood in the doorway, his eyes scanning the room with a mixture of curiosity and caution.My eyebrows furrowed into a deep frown as I recalled our last encounter, the tension between us still palpable. "Hello," I said curtly, my tone neutral. Tom's expression remained impassive, but I detected a fli