#Chapter156Igniting the fireEliana Tessa CastellanosHe sits on the sofa and places me on his lap while I just sit quietly, leaning my head on his hard chest that was thumping quite rapidly. But I liked listening to his heartbeat. I liked being in his embrace.One of his arms comes around my waist and his fingers intertwines with my own and sits on my lap. His thumb caresses the back of my hand ever so lightly, sending jolts of sparks all over. While his other hand plays with my hair that had grown further in these past few days.He would kiss my forehead once in a while. I knew his eyes were on me, but mine was set on the calm sea outside that just seemed to be waiting for a storm. Every now and then, I would inhale loudly, taking in his scent, unconsciously nuzzling my head further into his chest.He chuckles at this and his chest vibrates against my face. A smile tugs my lips so, I turn my head on his chest, smiling with my lips pressed on him. But he stops chuckling
#Chapter157Flowing Like lava-01Eliana Tessa Castellanos With the glass still on my hand, I turn around on the chair to face this stranger that stood in front of me. He was a good few inches taller than me and was quite built. His sandy blond hair was neatly combed back, enhancing his sharp features. But his eyes were what stood out.That piercing blue orbs of his.I knew he was strong. The Alpha blood in him was very strong. So was his dominance. Yet he was not completely one of them. Nor was he one of us. So, what was he then?“They are closing soon. If you are looking for a place to enjoy the night, I suggest you join the rest at the beach.” I lean my elbows on the counter, ignoring his question. I know I sound strong. My voice was laced with dominance of my own. I was not going to show any weakness to this man. This creature that I don’t know of yet.But his face becomes emotionless as he starts to move towards me. “I would rather not go to that place. I want to
#Chapter158Flowing Like lava-02Eliana Tessa CastellanosHis sadness pours right into my heart and it tightens against my chest, somehow knowing his feelings, but still not knowing it. “Why do you say so?” I manage to whisper.“Because that’s the reality I’m living.” He scoffs. Was he getting tipsy?I eye the almost empty bottle in front of us and sigh. I doubt it affects him though. “What happened to you?” I ask unable to stop myself again.“She left me again.” He leans his head on his hand that was now propped on the counter and tugs his hair, messing it further. But what he said hits me. Again?“Again?”“Yes again.” He chuckles. “Stupid, aren’t I? I had her right in front of me twice. Twice. But both times I failed to see it. I failed to listen to my heart and my soul. I failed her and now she’s gone again.”He tugs his hair while his face scrunches in pain. He closes his eyes and his chest rumbles with a deep growl. “I’m sorry.” He looks at me with o
#Chapter159Tame her flamesChristopher ConstantinouAlthough I didn’t want to leave Eliana by herself, I had to go to the airport to pick them up. As soon as they got the news, they insisted that they come over. Hence, the time of their arrival. The princess told me not to say anything to Eliana in fear that she would run off again. Her orders so I was obliged but I also didn’t want Eliana to run off across the world again.No, I was not going to let her this time. Not ever. After making sure that the security was extra tight and when I knew everything was secure, I waited by the one of the many cars lined, awaiting their arrival. But with every passing second, I was starting to grow impatient. I knew that Eliana was incapable of sleep without me by her side.Who was I to say anything? I, myself, was incapable of sleeping without holding her in my arms. I needed to feel her against me. I needed to know that she was with me. That she was safe. I needed to feel that e
#Chapter160Burning desireChristopher ConstantinouI fist my hands and hold my anger as I turn to leave. I couldn’t just stand here and listen to her talk about how much Eliana had been suffering anymore. I needed to hold her. I needed her back in my arms.Soon everyone follows me out of the house, but it seems like Alastair was already by the car. “Christian, looks like Miss Castellanos did go to the club.”As soon as he says it, I open the door to the driver’s seat. At the same time, Amara, Lucas and Aya takes the back seat while Elias opens the door to my other side. “We are coming with you.” I nod my head and we all speed down the road in search of my runway mate. She better not have left me again. I hold the steering wheel tightly. The whole journey to the club was filled with empty silence.I jump out of the car and burst the door open. Her scent still lingered in the air, but I didn’t feel her presence anymore. She was long gone. But what angered me was the pr
#Chapter161Power to burnEliana Tessa CastellanosI wake up to this fatigue state that had engulfed my body and taken over my brain. I couldn’t feel my hands or legs, but I knew I was tied with cold metal chains that was somehow digging into my skin. I will my eyes to get used to the darkness and see that I was in fact tied to a chair with sharp metal chain across my body and over my limbs. But it was not like I could move even if I wanted to. I could barely hold my head straight to look at the dark surrounding that I was caged in.It was filled with its gruesome emptiness and a stench so vile, it made me want to puke. Where was I?Flashes of last night comes rushing through my brain. It seems like I was taken as a hostage once again. How can I be so stupid and keep falling into their trap? It made me grumble at my own carelessness. With a lot of struggle, I was finally able to hold my head up and back, to stare at the dark ceiling. Just when I had accepted that it
#Chapter162Rise like a phoenixEliana Tessa CastellanosWhen I finally recover from his assault to my cheek, I snarl at him. “Tough aren’t you princess. I expect nothing less of my queen. Isn’t it boys?” He starts laughing and soon the rest follows. There were quite a few of them here and most probably more outside. If I were conscious enough, I would have easily obtained such information, but I have already lost most of my senses. But still, I could clearly smell the Lycan that stood in front of me. The more I thought about it, the less sense it all made. I did not recognise his smell or remember ever having an encounter with him before. So, why the crazy obsession with me?“Who are you?”Their laughter dies out, but he still chuckles, amused. “Finally getting to know each other. It’s good.” He leans down so his face was close to mine. “My name’s Dave, princess. And I am your mate.” He licks my cheek that he had just slapped a while ago. Disgusted, I pull m
#Chapter163Flames of hopeEliana Tessa CastellanosThe clicking of metallic chain wakes me up from my unconscious state. I was sitting in my own puddle of blood, still fresh and oozing out continuously like a small stream. How long had I blacked out? Was it morning yet? Is that why they returned? I try to move my body, but I couldn’t even feel it. I was alive but dead. Nonetheless, I somehow felt the small flame in my heart lighting up. It was igniting the flames of hope again. Right then I knew that the effect of the herb was starting to wear off, but I was still weak. My wounds were not healing as my body was still being stabbed by the sharp spikes of the chain. Could I fight back now? Only one way to find out. So, I waited. I waited until it completely wore off and was out of my system. I patiently waited as the door loudly creaked opened and the bright light from the world outside blinded me completely.“Princess, did you have a good night?” I slowl