Ashley's POVIt was past midnight. My eyes lingered at Allen's bed which was already occupied by another. My thirst for revenge burned and I swallowed the phlegm in my throat."Just a little longer, I won't tarry. It will be over soon," I gritted as I fetched my muffler. I wrapped it around my neck, pulling up my turtleneck top. I tucked a dagger into my pants and I flipped on my coat.I made my way out of the dorm under the noise and watch of other colleagues who were still awake.I couldn't steal away under their watch. So I walked down to the comfort room. When I was done with my business, I slipped away through another end.My coat fluttered noisily in the cold wind and I quickly buttoned it up. With my arms folded across my middle, I made my way into the woods, passing through the routes that Rocco had shown me earlier.Just like he had said, there was no one in sight. I was concerned about it before, but no one stopped me until I got to the point of rendezvous.Rocco was already
Ashley's POVWhen Rocco removed my blinds, we were almost approaching the dorm. He promised to help me out with the training before walking down to his dorm, we weren't staying in the same dorm.I sneaked into my form and curled up on my bed. With my arms folded across my breasts, l looked out through the window until Dawn came.The day proceeded as usual. Nothing was special. It was filled with normal shitty activities, training, training and training. It was becoming tiresome. Most of my colleagues who were not as good as I was had been dispatched to different duty posts. But I had been kept in here, rotting away. I knew it had something to do with my status as a slave.During recess, Rocco summoned me to the training range where we usually practice sword fighting.Two fierce-looking soldiers were already waiting for me. They looked intimidating. Their muscles were well toned and I did not stand a chance against them.Seeing the fear and hesitation in my eyes, Rocco spoke up, "This
Ashley's POVI was still trying to set my vision straight when my opponents charged at me. I felt their footsteps, scent, and breath. Although I could feel their traces, I wielded my sword aimlessly, missing every hit. It was a miracle that they didn't slash me. Well, it must be that they intentionally avoided slashing me. The fight continued and it was fierce, I knew I had walked into another death trap.I was almost giving up when I remembered Allen again. All that we passed through flashed through my head and jerked my head.I must avenge his death! Determination coursed through me and I felt an untold surge of energy in me.My senses quipped and I was more alert. I could feel every movement around me, even the slight grazing of the wind on my skin.I stood rooted on a spot. My grip tightened on the sword and I was ready to slash any form of movement around me.It worked. Maintaining my poise, I brandished my sword at every slight movement and nothing was able to get close to me.
Ashley's POVAn alarm sounded before Dawn which was unusual. Such alarms were used during crises. "What the heck happened? I am just trying to get some sleep," I muttered and turned to the other side to continue my sleep. The alarm came again and I jumped out of my bed angrily. Almost everyone in the dorm was awake. We filed out yawning, everyone wondering and waiting for orders."Ashley Oscar!" Mr. Park's voice sounded from the forefront and l and I walked out of the crowd, surprised that he was around.When I got to the front, I was shocked to see Mr Park standing beside a body. The body was wrapped up and it was obviously a dead body.My eyes widened and I remembered Rocco. I turned around, scanning the crowd until I found Rocco. He had walked out of the crowd wanting me to see him. When our eyes met he looked away."What the heck is he playing at? He wanted me to know that he wasn't the one in the sack. Who was and why did they call me out? Am I related to the dead person?"Ash
Ashley's POV "Hey, soldier lady! Do you think you can beat me now?" Logan asked as soon as we dismounted from his horse. He had brought me to the sandhill again. I knew he brought me over to ease my tension. Well, I didn't need him to watch my back again, it was time to move on. But what could I do? "Of course, I will beat you hands down," I laughed. My eyes widened as he detached two swords from the scabbard. I wasn't ready for a fight. I raised my finger and shook my head. "Nah…I'm not up to it," I yelled and walked away. "Puff! Scaredy cat!" He returned the swords and began walking in my direction. "Did you do it?" "What?" "Mattias," he asked brazenly. "Oh! I see… Did you bring me here to interrogate me? I thought Alpha Simpson did that already." "Nah, Ashley… I should know as much. I am personally involved, you know… he murdered my mate and killed my good friend… Allen… I need closure too." Without breathing a word, I continued to climb up the sandy hill and he foll
Ashley's POVMy abductor rode the horse like a maniac. It skidded the uneven terrain at a mad speed, making me hold my breath.Even with the cover around my head, I knew that we were in the woods. I had become familiar with the smell of the woods.The horse came to an abrupt stop and I was bundled down the horse. Without as much as a protest, I followed my abductor as he pulled me along.Human voices became audible from a distance and suddenly the whole place began to feel familiar.It felt like I had been here before and despite the covering over my head, I felt I could find my way."The Strikers Sect! Those bastards!" I gritted as realization dawned on me.I was led into the and the noise ceased immediately. My abductor kicked my legs making me fall on my knees. The plastic bag on my head was removed and I blinked my eyes as I tried to adjust to light."Oh… you left my eyes open, I can see everyone now, aren't you afraid that I will snitch on you?" I mocked them as I looked around.
Maya's POV I still hadn't got any useful information about Regan. Rather, he had succeeded in getting me all riled up. When Ashley visited, I got worked up and unleashed my anger and frustrations on her. Little did I know that I was playing Regan's game. It was after she had left that I realized that Regan used me as a weapon to teach her a lesson. Realizing that I fell for his cheap tricks made me feel used and got me more angry. Or maybe his tricks were not cheap. I learned he almost ended up killing the bitch. I wanted her dead. Yes! I wanted her to be gone. Despite her curse and lowly status, I still feel pressured by her. I have only seen her a few times. But there is something strange about her. She has a fire in his eyes. In her lowly eyes is a fire of rivalry. Although I didn't want Regan, that didn't mean I wanted to share him with anyone. If I didn't have him no one would. If I wanted her dead, a few of my father's men is all it takes to do the job. But she was th
Ashley's POV The mystery behind Mattias' sudden death just cleared up. Realizing that his death was linked to me in any way was a great shock. I couldn't believe he was the one who attacked me that night. He must have attacked me the same way he attacked Allen. Mattias was a skilled soldier and I doubt if I could beat him on my own. If those men had not helped out, I might have turned up dead just like Allen. I will ask Rocco about it, I muttered but I wasn't sure if he would open up. He had become cold since the incident. I just got entangled with the Strikers Sect. I had thought that I didn't need to join the rebel group anymore but they kept their end of the deal and I had to keep mine. Walking out of the cave, I looked around and smiled in satisfaction. The cave looked dilapidated and insignificant from the outside and one would miss it at first glance. Returning to the barrack with my eyes open was problematic. I still did not know my way with my eyes wide open. ****** I