Happy New Month, guy! This month, I've decided to write more chapters because I will be moving to Paris soon. I'm a graduate now, and I'm looking forward to exploring French culture and starting a new life in France. Bless my journey with as many gems as you can if you have some to spare. Thank you, continue reading, and always leave a comment for me to read. I appreciate that so much. xoxo
Karyna’s POVAs soon as I entered the classroom, my eyes instantly darted around, unconsciously searching for Sophia. However, amidst the multitude of people, I couldn't spot her anywhere.The crowd seemed to be standing in clumps, making it even more difficult to see. Deciding to let it go for the moment, I grabbed Julian's hand and led him towards two empty seats before they could be taken.“Whoa, this is giving me major flashbacks,” Julian leaned over, whispering in my ear.I glanced at him, feeling amused. Despite the new face, his muscular build made him appear more mature than the typical college student. No one would ever suspect, of course, but it was amusing to see him seem so out of place here, considering he had completed his education years ago.The murmuring and the sounds of chattering slowly fizzled out as soon as Henri walked into the class. There was a brief spark of excitement humming around the room, but I was guessing that it was because Henri hadn’t been around fo
Karyna’s POV“He is nobody.” I answered, frowning at her.“He’s somebody, Karyna. I can see the way you look at him.” She insisted, pulling me along with her.“I am not attending your class,” I refused the moment I realized her actions.“Your Man just ditched you. Join me, we have a lot to catch on.” Sophia asserted, and I rolled my eyes.“He’s not my Man.” “Whatever,” She tugged me with her and we rushed to the Hall, where she was having her next class.We basically stumbled out of the Hall when we were done. Everyone was in such a hurry to get out that they kept on jostling and pushing us and it annoyed both Sophia and I.“Fucking pricks,” Sophia muttered under her breath, straightening her denim skirt in annoyance.“Right?” I agreed with her, shooting daggers with my eyes as we walked down the hallway, away from the crowd. We began to chat idly, catching up to what we’d missed so far, when we stumbled upon Henri.Without a second thought, I called after him, with Sophia following
Julian’s POVI was currently in Henri’s office, pacing around the room restlessly, with my phone pressed to my ear. Henri was sitting behind his desk, but he kept his eyes trained on me, following my every movement.“Fuck!” I growled, nearly tossing my phone away, when I heard the automated voice of her mailbox again, instead of connecting to her.I didn't know what was going on at all! Karyna seemed to have been crying the moment I called her, and before I could even find out what was wrong, she snapped at me, breaking off our little arrangement without a word.I was still at the campus when I heard that, and I had to go back, looking for her, but I couldn’t find her anywhere. I knew that she went to race, but there were a lot of race tracks in Greenwich Village alone, and before I went through each one, it would take several days!Instead of wasting my time doing that, I had to come over here to put our heads together.We kept calling, and texting Karyna’s phone to no avail. She see
Henri's POVThe clock read 7 pm, yet I found myself still stuck in my office. I had never felt as frazzled as I did at that moment. My chest ached with a heaviness that I couldn't ignore, despite my attempts to pretend that everything was fine.I let out a heavy sigh and ran my fingers through my hair in frustration. I was sure it must look messy by now, considering how long I'd been idly doing this.My gaze fell upon the vibrator remote sitting on my table. I could have easily tucked it away in a drawer, out of sight. Instead, I left it there, a visible reminder of my own foolishness.The thought of going home was unbearable, knowing that Karyna's absence would haunt every corner. And facing my brother's disappointed and angry expression again? It would be a blow that I wasn't sure I could handle. It might just crush me from the inside out.Julian said she broke things with him, and I didn't understand why she would do that. I was the one who she had a problem with, not him. Why woul
Karyna’s POVI was caught in a daze, my mind drifting through a fog of confusion. I desperately wanted to open my eyes, but it felt like an impossible task, no matter how hard I tried.It was as if I was experiencing a disconnected state of consciousness. Despite being unconscious, I was acutely aware of external sensations. I could feel the vague touches and distant sounds, yet I remained unable to fully awaken from this hazy state.There was this…strong, pungent smell in the air as well, that flooded my nose. It smelled oddly like antiseptic, but also a mix of chemicals as well, I wasn’t sure.It sounded like there was a bunch of people gathered together, talking amongst and over each other. And there was this…drawn beeping sound again.It was very hard for me to understand what they were saying clearly, but as I tuned in properly, and focused all to my hearing, it all started to come back to me.I had been driving…no, rather, I was at a race, and I had an accident! That realization
Karyna’s POVThe thought alone made my stomach churn. I quickly glanced around, searching for my cell phone to inform Julian about my suspicions. However, to my dismay, I realized that my phone wasn't anywhere around me. Panic started to set in as I frantically checked the surrounding area, but it was nowhere to be found.Was it stolen? I didn’t have any proof of that. Maybe Sophia had dropped the device somewhere. “Has anyone seen my phone?” I yelled out, my voice bouncing off the walls. A frown crept on my face immediately after straining my voice. I didn't know why I screamed, but it was very embarrassing. However, there was no one to transfer my message here. I could hardly move too, and I had nothing to communicate with. Screaming was by far my best choice.Thankfully and unfortunately for me, I didn’t have to wait any further, as my father who returned, heard my outburst. My frown turned into a scowl of displeasure as he walked in, shutting the door behind him. What was he
Julian’s POVI got a call from Karyna’s friend, and I was able to learn that she was conscious now. Despite how I felt on the inside, after knowing that she was engaged to another man, I was glad that she was alive and safe.I wanted to go to her immediately, but Sophia refused, saying that the situation was not nice to show up. My mind flashed back to her parents, and how cold and hostile they were. But I didn't care about all that. I didn't later leave for her father’s house to confront her because I was in bad shape myself. Drunk, angry, and heartbroken. No matter how desperate I was, I couldn't go see her like this. I didn't want her to see me in this state. To know that she was the cause.That she has held me so tight on the heartstrings, tugging and pulling through like a loyal puppy.So I stayed in the club where we first met, nursing my…seventh…tenth glass? I wasn’t sure. I had lost count already. Even the bartender was looking at me funny, but I ignored him.The music blaste
Henri’s POVWhen Julian returned home, I was already getting ready for work the next day. I adjusted my tie, casting a cautious glance as my brother stumbled into the room, appearing worse for wear.The strong odor of alcohol emanating from his body made me grimace. I had the urge to walk over and assist him, but I knew he wouldn't appreciate my help. So, I stood firm, rooted to the spot, silently observing his every move.“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked, and I could see that he was gradually regaining his senses, thanks to our werewolf genes purifying his system from the alcohol. But I was rather confused by his question.“Work?” I replied with a raised brow, my response coming out as a question.“No, you’re not. I’m going out, so give me your keys,” he frowned sternly.I sighed, frustrated with his detached demeanor. “Come on, Julian. I have to go to campus. I have a lot to catch up on, and there is no way I can stay a moment longer,” I insisted, trying to reason with hi