All the lords followed Darius out of his study.
Darius saw Ophelia, Max, Thea, Melanie, and Amber laughing at something.
Good, everyone I need is in one place. I don't need to search for them, thought Darius.
Time for tasting your own medicine my friends, Darius smirked. They teased Darius relentlessly when he found Thea. Now it's their turn. They gave him ammo against them unknowingly.
"Amber, how are you feeling today," Darius asked her.
If she is not well, then he cannot force her to accompany Lucifer. That girl is fragile, but according to what Lucifer revealed, he protective towards the girl, which is good for her.
Lucifer's ears perked up with the mention of the girl, whom he bumped into earlier. Unknown to him, she invoked a kind of protective instinct inside him which only Althea used to make him feel. But his thoughts about this little human is far from brotherly, which bothered him greatly.
"I am feeling well, Your Highness"
Amber ran into the kitchen and drank a glass of water.She then took a deep breath to compose herself. In all her 20 years of life, she was never this confused with a guy.She was always composed and well-behaved. But, she could open her mouth for the life of her.King Darius wanted her to act as the host, for the lord of the underworld. But she hardly spoke to him.He must get a feeling that she is rude.'What is wrong with you? You are acting like an idiot' Amber scolded herself.'You go up there, give him the water he asked for, and politely ask him if he needs anything else' Amber gave herself a mental pep talk."If only, it's that simple" she muttered to herself.She fetched a pitcher filled with water and made her way towards the east wing.The mansion has two wings, east and west.The east wing has the advantage of the lake. There will be access to the lake from any room in the east wing.
Elsewhere in the middle of the forest inside the pack, which is used by the shifters for their runs, Lucian was walking leisurely.Ophelia was irritated by his behavior but dare not to speak it out loud.His warning still fresh in her mind, she tried not to push him further.What he did is wrong, he might have had his reasons, but kidnapping people who belong to the shifters is considered sin in her books.King Darius and Thea must have forgiven this good-for-nothing creature, but she is not planning to do the same.She got more irritated by his leisure pace, as if they are walking in a park.This is the pack forest, it is spread for a hundred acres, beyond the mansion and the Lake.The Lake is spread throughout the wilderness, nurturing birds and animals. There are so many wild animals in the forest, and none of them are dangerous.They were walking for about 2 hours. It's too dark and Li is too tired. She had her training early in th
Here in the west wing of the mansion, Amber was in the arms of the Demon lord.She is holding him tightly around his midsection and somehow ended in his lap.Her head rested on his bare shoulder and legs folded in his lap."It's ok, you are alright. No one will harm you. I am here" Lucifer whispered.He never thought he has in him to console a disoriented female.But here he is, with a panicked Amber in his lap and hugging him tightly for comfort."You don't understand, he will come when it's dark. He stays in the dark and lives in confined rooms like this" she said in a panicked voice.She is scared of him. If only he could protect her from her fears.She suffered so much in his hands, it's no wonder she is this scared.Humans who have gone through all these kinds of scary things will go insane. They will lose their minds and act crazy.But she is tougher and stronger than all of them. despite being a human, the most fragi
Here in the east wing of the Mansion Darius and Thea were laying on the bed."What was that all about just now?" Thea asked Darius.She knows that he is pairing them up intentionally. She did not understand why?"What?" Darius acted all innocent.He understood what Thea was talking about, but he wanted to tease her. So he acted as if he is confused about what she asking him."I know you understood what I am asking, don't act all too innocent" Thea playfully nudged Darius with her elbow."Ouch," he rubbed the abused spot, even though it does not hurt at all."Are you hurt" Thea asked with concern, looking at the spot where hit.A soft smile was playing on his lips, looking at her concerned for nothing."My cute little Angel" Darius pulled her into his lap."Hey" Thea protested half-heartedly.Darius looked at Thea and couldn't control himself. He leaned down to kiss her on her lips."No mister" Thea stopped him w
Here in the east wing of the Mansion Darius and Thea were laying on the bed."What was that all about just now?" Thea asked Darius.She knows that he is pairing them up intentionally. She did not understand why?"What?" Darius acted all innocent.He understood what Thea was talking about, but he wanted to tease her. So he acted as if he is confused about what she asking him."I know you understood what I am asking, don't act all too innocent" Thea playfully nudged Darius with her elbow."Ouch," he rubbed the abused spot, even though it does not hurt at all."Are you hurt" Thea asked with concern, looking at the spot where hit.A soft smile was playing on his lips, looking at her concerned for nothing."My cute little Angel" Darius pulled her into his lap."Hey" Thea protested half-heartedly.Darius looked at Thea and couldn't control himself. He leaned down to kiss her on her lips."No mister" Thea stopped him w
In the middle of the forest, Ophelia staggered back with shock and confusion. She touched her kiss swollen lips and looked at him with wide eyes.She never experienced anything like this before. If she is being honest with herself, then she can admit that she was lost in his kisses and they felt nice.But, she is not ready to accept it. Her pride will not allow her to agree to something which she did not have control over.This scared her more than anything could. She looked at him with confusion and a little fear. Her fear comes from the knowledge that she might lose control again.Lucian looked at her with his pupils dilated. He took a step towards her and she staggered a step back. Confusion and fear evident in her eyes.Lucian misunderstood her fear. He thought she is scared of him. He retreated his step back away from her.Ophelia was so confused, she turned around and fled the scene. As her feet were already sore, she couldn't take more than
Lucian sighed impatiently. She must be angry at him for the kiss. But it was not his mistake. She was enticing him like a succubus.Her feet are sore and now she is injured. She won't be able to walk back alone, Lucian thought.She is being stubborn, she needs his help. He is the one who bought her here and he will take responsibility for her and deposit her safely near her house.As soon as tomorrow's ritual is finished, and they learn the truth behind the Apocalypse, he will not stay here. He will go to his house away from the temptation in front of him."You are injured, you need help. Let me help you" he offered again. This time he softened his words for her sake.He still believes that she is scared of him now. He thought that she might be scared thinking that, he might kill her.The softness in his tone made Ophelia look at him strangely. For some reason, it felt nice.Immediately she snapped out of it. 'You don't need his help.
In the west wing of the Mansion, Amber rushed towards the room door to escape from the awkward situation she found herself in.In her embarrassed state, she completely forgot about the rusted door which locked them both inside the room.She hastily rushed forward and pulled the doorknob only to belatedly realize that it's locked and not opening.She forgot about Lucifer who is still in the room with her. Panic gripped her heart in its iron fists.She started sweating profusely and shivers raked her spine. Images of Ornan and the dark world started to play in her mind."Go away, please leave me alone" Amber held her head tightly in her fists and collapsed on the ground crying.Everyone can guess can mental condition, but no one knows in detail, what she has gone through.Lucifer expected her to get scared when she realized that the door is locked. But he never thought she would become like this."Hey" he slowly approached her.
Baraka came out of her house and was stunned to see Eugene standing there."Eugene?" She called softly.As far as she knows, both Eugene and Odhan are with King Darius and Thea. They went to attend their wedding. Then what is Eugene doing here?As soon as Eugene heard Baraka's words, he stiffened.He ignored her and looked at Lady Tina."Can we go?" he asked her politely.Tina noticed his coldness towards Baraka but didn't comment on it."Yes, let's go" instead she answered him softly.Baraka did not understand where she is going and why is Eugene looking comfortable with Lady Tina. But she did not question them and followed quietly.She opened another portal and they reached the hospital in just seconds.Lady Tina walked towards Odhan's room with Eugene and Baraka behind her.Baraka immediately recognized her surroundings. She know what this place is. But she is confused as to why lady Tina brought her here.
Odhan is admitted to the pack hospital. His injuries are much severe than he anticipated. There are numerous injuries all over his body and his leg is fractured. Jumping into the water made his injuries bleed profusely and are infected."His bone damage is excessive. He ran using his fractured leg at a speed, not all possible. His bone splintered and I am afraid, the damage is irreversible. He might never be able to walk again" the pack doctor said.After prescribing some medicine to him, she left.Tina busted out crying. She cannot believe he risked his life to save a boy who is completely unrelated to him. Even Lincoln's own father never did anything for his son. But Odhan jumped from the 3rd floor to save Lincon's life."I am sorry, this is all my fault. I failed to take better care of Lincoln" Tina cried with gratitude and guilt.Organ, who is shocked by the doctor's words is still reeling in shock. He is shocked to hear that he can never
The next morning, Everyone was hungover from the previous night's party. It's 11 in the morning, but Odhan is yet to wake up from his sleep.Only Thea, Darius, Max, and Tina woke up. They are chatting about the wedding details, which is going to take place in a couple of days."We need to start decorating the pack for your wedding," Max said looking at the different decoration styles from the brochure the wedding planner had given them."Ya, Thea liked that one" Darius pointed out towards a decoration, which resembles the heaven with white pillars decorated with white flowers and lights. White shimmering curtains are too used to decorate the entire pack, giving it a heavenish look.The wedding will be going to take place inside the pack itself. The location will be illuminated with lights, which will be hung on to the branches of the trees. The entrance will have two big white gates.Max started to laugh as soon as he saw the decoration."On
In the underworld, everyone seems happy. The bride and groom Darius and Thea are dancing happily in each other's embrace. Lucian and Ophelia, Lucifer and Amber, Max and Melanie, all are having fun drinking and dancing.They are dancing as if they have no care in the world. All their worries and troubles vanished and all they are feeling in this instant is happiness.Lady Tina and Odhan are sitting and enjoying the others dancing like crazy. Even Eugene is having fun.Some of their dance moves are so crazy, Lady Tina couldn't help but laugh at their craziness."I never laughed this much in my life" she confessed to Odhan.Odhan looked surprised at her confession. He can understand why she couldn't have laughed and be happy when she was with David, but what about before that? She was a princess. Didn't her parents treat her well? Odhan thought with confusion."Why is that? You were a princess before you married David right? These past ten year
Amber can feel the pounding of her heart. She know what she is about to do. She never confessed her love to anyone. Hell, it's the first time she is admitting it to herself.She is in Love with Lucifer. She knows he started loving him since the moment he held her in his arms, when they were locked inside his room on that first night of his stay in the royal pack.Lucifer is looking at Amber with a mixture of hope and confusion. He can see the different emotions playing in Amber's eyes.He is hoping that she is about to confess her feeling towards him. He is also considering the what if's. What if she is talking about something else?.Lucifer is waiting for her to explain her intentions."Okay, I won't assume. Tell me. What do you want from me?" he prompted softly."Everything, I want everything from you." She whispered shyly.The blush which is gradually taking over her face gave Lucifer all the answers he
Amber tried to control her tears. But, it proved to be easier said than done. Lucifer's indifferent attitude is hurting her more than she ever realized.He was the one who is kind to her and became a good friend. He was by her side through her shifting process. He is the one who saved her from Assorthan. He is the one who made her feel what love is. Now he is one who is ignoring her.Amber went inside a random room which she found unlocked and closed the door softly behind her. She didn't bother switching on the lights.She slid down the door and sat on the floor with a heavy heart. The tears she tried so hard to suppress started to drift down her cheeks.Her body shook with the intensity of her sobs. As the lights are switched off, Amber didn't notice another presence in the room.After making sure everything is arranged for his guests, Lucifer slipped out of the party with a silly excuse. He went into his room and collapsed on the bed, with
Darius look puzzled at Lucifer's comment.'I think one will lose their sense of clarity if they love someone' he thought with amusement.'She didn't tell him she doesn't love him, but he is thinking that she does not love him because she is angry. He might want to give her space and must be feeling bad for forcing his opinion on her. I always thought you are the smart one of the three of us. Now you are acting like an idiot' he thought and shook his head.'I guess it's time to play cupid again' Darius said with amusement."What happened? Why are you smiling like that?" Thea asked, who is still sitting in his lap.Darius looked at Thea and gave her a mischievous wink."Oh no. Not again" she groaned, but a small smile is playing on her lips."I know you love it" he hugged her tightly."Hmm..." She hummed with content.They sat like that for a couple of minutes."So what are you planning this time?" Thea asked unable to
Lucifer sat on the road looking at the fast leaving car, driven by Amber."That went well" Lucian commented flexing his fingers.Lucifer glared at Lucian, who in turn just shrugged his shoulders."Pushing me under that truck was your master plan?" Lucifer asked getting up from the road. He dusted his clothes a little and looked at Darius expectantly."Yes, it's such a brilliant plan. She would have confessed her love if you healed a little bit slower" Darius said shaking his head like a school principal.Lucifer rolled his eyes at him and snorted with ridicule."It almost worked. We even convinced her that you attempted suicide. But sad, she found out that we are acting sooner than we expect her to be" Lucian said with mock pity.In reality, none of them are really concerned about Amber not loving Lucifer. They saw clearly that she love him. This would have given her a good scare. She would accept him sooner rather than later."Y
"So what are we doing here?" Lucifer asked Darius."Waiting," Darius said looking to his right.Lucifer rolled his eyes and snorted at the obviously."Obviously, What are we waiting here for?" he asked again.Darius sighed heavily and finally looked at Lucifer in annoyance."We are waiting here for Amber" Darius announced and turned away to look in the right.They are currently waiting in their car, which is pulled over to aside, so that they don't disturb the traffic.It's a thick forest on either side of them. They are nestled a little deeper into the tree line so that they can't be seen."You dragged me here with a plan to make Amber realize that she loves me. But you didn't tell me what your plan is" Lucifer muttered irritably."You grumble like a woman" Darius muttered.Lucifer glared at Darius. But the latter look least bothered by Lucifer's angry tantrum."Relax brother. You will like the outcome be