Novels by Zee

~ Rayel’s POVPanic clawed at me as Elara’s mental link flickered, replaced by a terrifying image,a dark cave.“She is in danger!” I yelled out. Every ounce of self-preservation melted away, replaced by an urge to protect her.The fragmented images Elara had sent were enough. Mountains, a cave entrance. It wasn't much, but it was all I had. Barking orders to Boris, I rallied my most trusted warriors. We rode with a desperate urgency, the rising sun painting the sky a bloody red that mirrored the turmoil within me.Hours bled into one another as we traversed treacherous terrain. Doubt gnawed at the edges of my determination. Had I reached in time? Then, a flicker of hope. A plume of smoke rising from a clearing in the distance.I felt energetic, so I urged my men forward. The scene that greeted me was a tableau of chaos. Elara, battered and bruised, was surrounded by Darach's men. Her defiance, even in her weakened state, ignited a fury within me hotter than any fire.Before I coul

~ Elara’s POVThe trek with Rufus towards my father's supposed location had been arduous. Days blurred into nights, the dense canopy offering scant sunlight. Rufus remained by my side, my keen senses constantly on alert. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the trees thinned, revealing a desolate mountain range.A shiver ran down my spine as I spotted a dark, gaping maw nestled at the base of the highest peak. It couldn't be. The cave. The one from my connection with my father.Fear warred with desperation. Taking a deep breath, I linked with my father once more. This time, raw, agonizing screams reached me.“ My father, It was him,” I told Rufus.Heart pounding a frantic tattoo against my ribs, I scrambled down the rocky slope, Rufus hot on my heels. The stench of damp earth and something metallic filled the air as we reached the cave entrance. A low growl rumbled from within, sending shivers down my spine.Ignoring the fear, I pushed past the ragged curtain concealing the entra

~ Rayel’s POV"What?!" The scream ripped from my throat, a guttural roar of fury. Ignoring the guards and the stunned look on Hazel's face, I lunged at Dolph. He may have been chained, but that wouldn't stop me. My fist connected with his jaw again, a satisfying blow that carried the weight of my wrath."How dare you!" My voice was a low growl, laced with a dangerous edge. "They're not pawns in your twisted games! You lay a single finger on them, and you'll regret the day you were born!""Rayel!" Hazel cried, her voice thick with hurt and betrayal. Clearly, the sight of me attacking her lover had shaken her.But before I could even process her reaction, she did something that sent a fresh wave of shock through me. Hazel, the woman I thought I knew, knelt beside the now-wincing Dolph and began to help him up. Her touch, gentle and concerned, was a stark contrast to the coldness she had shown me earlier. "Is Elara still alive?" Her voice, laced with a desperate urgency, was directed at

~ Rayel’s POVPushing myself off the bed, a newfound determination coursed through me. The anger might still simmer beneath the surface, but it was overshadowed by a fierce longing for Elara and my son. I wouldn't give up. I would find Elara and my son, no matter what it took.Just then, the door creaked open. It was Boris. Relief washed over me, maybe he had news about the retrieval team."Your Majesty," he announced, his voice a welcome sound in the tense silence. "I've done as you ordered. The guards are heading towards Alpha Dolph’s pack as we speak."I nodded curtly, a flicker of appreciation for his swiftness. But before Boris could launch into whatever he was about to say, I cut him off. Hazel's name was a raw nerve, and I couldn't bear to hear it right now. "Don't mention her," I rasped, my voice tight. "Just find Elara's stepfather. I need to talk to him."Boris's brow furrowed in confusion. "Elara's stepfather? What about him?" It was clear he didn't understand my plan, but

~ Rayel’s POVMy heart shattered into a million pieces. Years of love, devotion, poured down the drain. The woman I thought I knew, the woman I had built a future with was a stranger. The truth, a bitter pill coated in sugar, sat heavy in my gut."You... love someone else and have never loved me?" My voice barely rose above a whisper, the words scraping against my raw throat.Hazel scoffed, a sound that sent shivers down my spine. "Loved? Please, Rayel. It was never love. It was convenient. A way to pass the time." The coldness in her voice sent a fresh wave of nausea crashing over me."And now you want out?" I managed, the question laced with a desperate hope that maybe, just maybe, this was all a twisted joke.Hazel's smile returned, but this time it was devoid of warmth, a predatory glint flashing in her eyes. "Exactly. And wouldn't it be a grand gesture of your love to let me go quietly? A final act of selflessness before I return to the arms of someone who actually deserves me."

~ Rayel’s POV I was speechless, staring at Hazel. She wasn't making things easier. Hazel got up and walked closer to me, clearly frustrated."You're being such a jerk, Rayel! Why are you acting so mad? I told you I was pregnant, and you believed it even though you knew I can't have kids. Why are you getting mad at me now?” Hazel demanded, her voice laced with anger.Frustration bubbled over. "Seriously, Hazel? You can't even apologize?" I exclaimed.Hazel scoffed. "Why would I? I bent over backwards for you, remember? You should be thanking me, not throwing a tantrum."Her lack of regret made my blood boil. "That's unbelievable, Hazel! You don't get to play innocent here. Taking responsibility is grown-up stuff, and you're failing miserably! I hate it when people don’t take responsibility for their actions!” I said. The air hung heavy with accusation after Hazel's scoff. "Take responsibility for my actions!" she spat, her words dripping with misplaced blame. I managed a smile, thin

Camilla's POV I made sure to lock my door, then hit my bed not bothering to change, even though I slept all the way through California and I still need more sleep. My eyes droop and I let my body take over. Andrew's POV She left the dining table angrily and she didn't even turn when I was calling her. She's definitely angry. I rack my brain for something I said that made her angry but I couldn't come up with anything.I left the dining table and headed upstairs. Her room was my first stop, after knocking for five times and no response. I held onto the handle trying to open the door but it won't budge. It dawned on me that she locked it.I started struggling to force it but it's not working. “Camilla, Camilla.” The door jiggled from the pressure as I kept on yelling her name but no response.Maybe she's doing it on purpose, I know she can hear me.My ringing tone halted me from what I was doing. I checked and it was f****ng Brielle. Ohhh for the love of God. Can't she take a hint?

Camilla's POV We got to the airport and Andrew was telling me how he had planned a surprise for me but the artist guy ruined it.“Well, what is the surprise?” I asked him, to know if I can convince him to go back so we can do the surprise.“It doesn't matter now because we are going back home.” He tried to brush it off but I am not having it.“Just tell me, alright? If it's worth going back for, then we will go back and why didn't you tell me earlier?”He looked amused by my question, I don't get what's amusing about it. “If I had told you then it won't be a surprise anymore and we are not going back.”With the tone he said that— I know I can't convince him. “Alright, we are not going back but you have to tell me what it is.”He held the small of my back, pushing me to get inside the plane, a male attendant greeted us. And I turned to Andrew, looking at him in question.He dragged me to my seat, placing me in a cubicle that looks like a room but it's not. And that's when I noticed, th

Camilla's POV After what he said, the silence in the car was deafening and I could cut through it with a knife.The driver came back with the food, and handed it to Andrew through the divider. We started eating in silence. I focused on my food till I was done. I was also thankful that he didn't press more on the conversation.He also finished eating just in time for the driver to inform us that we've reached our destination. I looked down at my outfit and I just felt self conscious. “Do you need to change?” Andrew asked, as he was also eyeing my already squeezed outfit.“Yes, can you wait for me outside. You can come back in when I am done.” He nodded and stepped out of the car. I start doing light makeup while still pondering on what to wear.He opened the door again and handed me a set of clothes and shoes. I held it up to inspect it. It was a maroon dress, with a back open and a slit that runs up to my thighs. The shoe was also maroon and it fit.I changed into it asap, and stepp

Camilla's POV We settle down and buckle up just like the captain instructed, but what running through my head right now is when he referred to us as Mr and Mrs Reynolds. Andrew was still staring at me expecting me to say something. I didn't know what to feel or say to him, I mean on one hand mom's angry because I didn't tell her I was going anywhere and that's his fault. But on the other hand, he's apologizing and I can't stay angry at him.I always wonder why, and it hits me like a rock, my eyes growing the size of a saucer as realization dawns on me. I AM IN LOVE WITH ANDREW FREAKING REYNOLDS. ohhhh my goodness. “Here, let me help you.” His voice broke me out of my reverie, I looked up to see that he's offering me his hand.I took it and he helped me up, we moved to the door, he pressed some buttons and it started descending. We walked out of the plane and a car was waiting for us.I remember our luggage, and was about to ask Andrew for it but he beat me to it, “they will take ca

Andrew's POV I watched her as she drifted off to sleep, I smiled as my eyes trailed down to her lips. I inch closer and peck them a little. My little trouble maker.I finished my glass and poured another one while I played a game on my phone to kill time. Talking about time; we have been traveling for two hours now and Camilla is fast asleep.What amazes me with her is she doesn't even get tired of sleeping. I saw the attendant coming from my peripheral sight. I focused on my phone not wanting to have any discussion with her.“Sir, do you need anything?” I looked up to her, staring at her from head all the way to her neck before my eyes landed on her shirt that's unbuttoned down to her bra and her boobs were visible. She's wearing a black bra. She cleared her throat which got my attention.“What are you trying to do? Huh?” She starts fidgeting under my scrutinizing gaze, not being able to answer.“Trying to seduce me?” She licks her lips, casting a glance at Camilla's sleeping figur

Camilla's POV “What do you want to know?” His question came as a surprise because I thought he would lash out because of how silent he was.I turned to face him, tucking my legs under one another, “I don't know; anything you would want me to know.”He did just like I did, tucking his legs on one another, before he started talking. “My mother left when I was eight, it's been me and my dad all along, I still don't understand why she did —-,” he sigh and was silent for few seconds before he continues, “last I heard of her, she got married to her lover and that's like seven years ago.”“ That's where my lack of trust stems from because no one would love you for real but because of what you can offer them so I choose to use them just like they used me.” “My dad has been in and out of relationships but most of the women mostly want him for his money and not him. Your mom has been the only one who hasn't shown that trait.” His eyes were filled with tears as he blinked and bit hard on his l

ReneeMy face was blank, giving no room for any discussion as I was still angry at him for what happened earlier.If he thinks because I stay with him now that he can control me then he should think again.“How was your exam? And why didn't you tell me you wanted to go on a vacation?” He asked, his eyes focused on the road as he maneuvered the steering wheel expertly.“What does it matter to you?” I grumbled, feeling annoyed by his constant pestering.“I would've given you money and guards to go with you guys. Have you seen how the men there were ogling at your body?” He said, gripping the steering wheel harder.I couldn't help but scoff at his remark, “I don't need your money. Monica needs it the most.”He jerked his head, slamming the brake and the car screeched to a halt as he jerked it violently to the side of the road.I jolted forward, my hand grasped the dashboard, and I shot him a startled glance.“What was that for?” my voice trembled as I asked.“For the last time Renee, I d

Ivor “The number you dial is not reachable. Please leave a voicemail.” The annoying voice bot said for the umpteenth time, making me slam my fist in frustration.‘Where could she be?’ I wondered out loud.I am currently at the office trying to reach Renee but her number keeps going into voicemail.After my phone call with her three weeks ago, she told me not to pick her up but I still had it in mind to surprise her.Monica had gotten me her schedule for the remaining semesters she has left in the school. Their exams ended two days ago and I just realized it.I expected to have gotten a call from her but didn't get any. I decided to call in the student affairs. “Good morning,” I said in a professional voice after the person picked.“Yes, good morning. How may I help you?” she said.“My name is Ivor Walker. Renee Morse guardian. I am calling to inquire about her. She finished her exams two days ago and she's not back home yet.” I replied, in a polite monotone voice.“Renee Morse? Pleas

Renee“Oh my God, I can't believe we're done!” Annie exclaimed as we came out of the hall.Students were roaming around, jubilating. The graduates were hugging their friends, snapping pictures as they made plans for their end-of-the-year party.“I wish we were the ones. At least I know I don't have to come back to this shitty ass school again.” Jess groaned, her head falling dramatically on Annie's shoulder.I couldn't help but laugh at her. Out of the three of us, I think I am the only one who loves school.“Hey, how is it going with the plan? Are we still leaving today?” Annie asked “Yes, we are, after dropping our things at your house,” I said to her,“Alright then, let's move,” Jess said, lifting her head off Annie's shoulder. You might be wondering why we are not going straight home. Well, let's say we'll have our skeleton in the cupboard.Annie is tired of seeing her parents every day as they are literally always in her business or should I say on her case.Her father is the

ReneeI mentally rolled my eyes when I realized it was Ivor calling, wondering what he wanted again.I picked, saying. “Hello.”“petals, how are you doing?” Was his response.His voice sounded strained and more deep than I have ever heard. I had to take the phone and put it on speaker because I couldn't explain what it was doing to me just from hearing it.“I am fine.” I managed to say.“That's good.” He went silent for a while before he talked. “Jerome called.” He informed me.“What? Dad? When? What does he want?” I asked, pretending not to know why Dad called him.“He asked me to let you stay for the duration of your study so I wanted to know if you are okay with it since he told me you said no.” He said.“Uhm, yes. I already said yes to them.” I told him, not exactly getting where this conversation was going.And why he felt the need to call me to confirm and then it clicked.“I get it now. You are worried that I will create problems for you and your girlfriend.” I said bitterly.

Renee“Renee honey, how are you doing?” “Hi Mom, I am okay. How are you settling in?” “Fine, honey. You won't believe the kind of apartment we got. It's facing the beach.” She squealed.“Really?” I asked“Yes, I'll send you some pictures.” “Alright then,” I uttered, getting my school bag ready.“Uhm, mom?” “Yes, honey.” She paused whatever she was doing that made crispy noises in the background.“I have thought about it and I will stay with him.” “Yeah?” I can hear the happiness in her voice.“Yes, mom.” “Oh my God. You don't know how happy you made me. I can finally stop worrying about you and focus on my work.” “I am glad I made you happy, Mom.” “Oh, I forgot to tell you. Your dad sent your things to Ivor's yesterday.” She said “Mom! Why would you do that? Are you trying to get rid of me that fast?” I whined.“No, honey. The house was paid for so he couldn't leave your things there.” She explained.“Fine. Whatever.” I rolled my eyes.“Now. Now. Manners young lady and don't

IvorThe dinging sound of the phone hanging made its way to my ear and I couldn't didn't believe it. She just hung up on me.I wasted no time in opening my WhatsApp and scrolling to Monica's number, my hand trembling.“Come to my house first thing in the morning.” I pushed send and waited for her reply since she's online.“Sirrr, have you decided to take me with you?” her response came with a pleading and lovey eye emoji making me roll my eyes.“No. Come on time.” I replied curtly and turned off my phone.Still baffled as to why she hung up on me. My mind starts running around.Could it be that Monica had been lying to me?‘What did she say to her?’ I thought to myself.Renee has never been this angry with me for the past months even to the extent of blocking my line.I just hope she has a tangible explanation to defend herself tomorrow because she will leave my company tomorrow.My mind kept wandering around till sleep overcame me.***I was having breakfast and checking on the docu