Chapter: Chapter 112Marian povI was on the couch, surrounded by crumpled tissue paper, tears streaming down my face. My body trembled with sobs as I thought about Finn, my boyfriend, who had vanished.That morning, I had woken up to find him missing. Initially, I assumed he had gone for a run or to get breakfast, but as the hours passed without any sign of him, my worry deepened.I attempted to call him, but his phone went directly to voicemail. Texts went unanswered, and I even checked his usual hangouts, but he was nowhere to be seen.Eventually, I made the decision to report him missing to the police. However, when I arrived at the station, they informed me that they couldn't initiate a search until 24 hours had elapsed.Twenty-four hours! It felt like a lifetime. What if something had happened to him? What if he was injured or in peril?The thought was unbearable. I felt utterly helpless and powerless. All I wanted was for Finn to come back, safe and sound.As I sat there, overwhelmed with grief, I
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Chapter: Chapter 111Nyx povI reclined in my seat within the car, my mind wandering to the individuals I cherish who have distanced themselves from me. My affection for Marian was genuine, yet my own folly led me to betray her trust by engaging in an affair with her closest friend. While she has moved forward with her life, I find myself still ensnared in the past. The urge to reach out to her persisted in my thoughts.As I rested there, the leather beneath me emitted soft creaks, and my mind transformed into a tumultuous arena of recollections. I was haunted by visions of Marian's radiant smile, her infectious laughter, and the way her eyes would light up with joy—each memory a painful reminder of my loss.My reflections were a chaotic blend of remorse and yearning. I could not shake the thoughts of what might have been had I possessed greater strength and fidelity. The anguish stemming from my errors remained, a persistent echo of my vulnerabilities.As I sank further into contemplation, the weight of
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Chapter: Chapter 110Scarlett povI rushed out of the restaurant, my heart pounding in my chest. I quickly dialed Katherine's number, my fingers trembling with anxiety."Katherine, did you call him?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.There was a pause on the other end of the line before Katherine responded, her tone calm and collected. "Yes, Scarlett, I did. I had to know what was going on."I felt a surge of fear mixed with anger. "Katherine, how could you? You know what he's like. He won't forgive you for this."Katherine's laughter was like a slap in the face. "Oh, Scarlett, you're so dramatic. I can handle Finn."I gritted my teeth, trying to keep my cool. "You don't understand, Katherine. Finn is not someone to be trifled with. He's... he's not human."There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, I thought I had lost the connection. But then Katherine spoke up, her tone dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, please, Scarlett. You're not going to tell me that Finn is a vampire or some
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Chapter: Chapter 109Finn povI was infuriated; she had clearly seen my face. I am determined to track her down, regardless of the time it may take, and she will not evade me. I sighed heavily as I walked along the desolate street, hoping that my contacts would provide me with information regarding Scarlett's whereabouts. I lifted my eyes to the night sky, feeling the chill of the evening air against my skin. I chose not to focus on the darker parts of the street, as I sensed she was nearby.I moved purposefully through the empty streets, my gaze searching the misty alleys for any indication of Scarlett's presence. My associates had let me down, and I could feel my frustration boiling just beneath the surface. They would face consequences for their incompetence.As I rounded a corner, I noticed them lurking in the shadows, visibly shaken by my fury. I smirked, revealing my teeth in a predatory manner."You fools," I growled, my tone low and threatening. "You were meant to capture her, not allow her to esc
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Chapter: Chapter 108Scarlett povI felt a wave of anxiety wash over me after having a disturbing dream about my son, Henry, so I decided to reach out to his father, Markus. As always, I was careful to move quietly around the house, ensuring Katherine wouldn’t discover that I was fine, just pretending everything was normal while she occupied the kitchen.I held the phone to my ear, pacing back and forth in my small room as Markus’ voice crackled through the line. My hands were sweaty, and my heart raced as if it wanted to escape my chest. I bit my lip, glancing at the door every few moments. Katherine was just outside, humming a cheerful tune in the kitchen. Her voice could sour milk.When Markus finally picked up, his tone was as icy and indifferent as usual.“What do you want, Scarlett?”I brushed off the bite in his voice and took a deep breath. "It’s about Henry. I had a troubling dream about him. Something felt… wrong."He let out a scoff. I could almost hear him rolling his eyes. “Scarlett, not this
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Chapter: Chapter 107Nyx povKatherine, please hear me out. I am truly sorry; I never intended to break your heart like this. It was never my plan, I promise.As I stood there, paralyzed by regret, Katherine's gaze burned with intensity. Her voice dripped with venom, each word a sharp blade aimed at my very core."Don't you dare come near me, Nyx," she hissed, her body shaking with fury. "I've sacrificed so many relationships because I couldn't concentrate without you. You're like a constant noise in my life, a reminder of everything I've ever desired but could never attain."A wave of guilt washed over me, my heart weighed down by my wrongdoings. I reached out, uncertain whether to comfort her or give her the distance she needed.But Katherine wouldn’t allow it. She recoiled, her eyes flashing with rage. "Don't touch me," she warned, her voice low and menacing. "You've hurt me for the last time, Nyx."I felt a sharp sting, as if I had been struck. I knew I deserved it; I had caused her deep pain. Yet, th
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