Aria Aria walks back to her room with Erika by her side. even though she dismissed Erika for the day, Erika wouldn't leave until she knew that Aria was safely back in the room. As they both walk down the halls Aria tries to ignore the pairs of eyes that follow her footsteps.everyone in the palace was watching her, they didn't look at her the same way they always have. there was hatred, fear, anger, and distrust in their eyes. most human maids avoided her as though she was going to kill them because she was a werewolf. but Genevieve who catches Aria's eyes gave her a sad reassuring smile.Aria wondered if Genevieve trusted her because Erika did. the maids with Genevieve weren't friendly, they ignored Aria and pretended as though she wasn't there."I will take my leave now, lady Aria." Erika bow. "Hmmm." Aria nodded her head. "don't be worried lady Aria, not everyone in the palace disapproves of you. those maids that disrespected you in the hall, don't worry about them, I will put t
Aria Aria watches Prince Zane chatting with Aidan through the mirror. Erika brought a mirror to the room in the morning. Aria was happy that she could finally see her reflection, but as she looked at herself, her eyes kept moving to Prince Zane.Prince Zane came back to the room later at night, Aria wasn't asleep when he came back but she pretended like she was asleep. "I'm done my lady," Erika said. she was done styling Aria's hair. "thank you, Erika," Aria said absent-mindedly, her eyes still on Prince Zane. She didn't understand him. he had left the room for a while in the morning, then he came back again after Erika had helped her dress up. Prince Zane waves Aidan away with his hand. Aidan bowed and walked to Erika, whispering something into her ear. Erika bowed to Prince Zane and left the room, leaving Aria alone with Prince Zane.'he wants to talk?' Aria thought. She blushed as she thought about what happened between the both of them last night. perhaps maybe he wants to t
Aria Aria felt greedy for more as she thought of what Prince Zane had told her, she wasn't satisfied with where Prince Zane had placed her in his life, Aria wanted more than just the title of being his wife. She went from the title of being his fiance to his wife. Aria wanted more, she wanted a place in his heart. She wanted him to see her as someone who was more his friend, Aria wanted Prince Zane to feel the same way she did for him. "Are you even listening to me?" Prince Zane asks exasperated. Aria turned her attention to him and realized that once again she had gotten lost in her thoughts about him."I'm sorry Zane," Aria easily gave out an apology in the hope that it would make Prince Zane feel better. it felt strange calling him only by his name, it made Aria happy. If Prince Zane had agreed to her runaway plan, he would have gotten married to another woman, told her to only call him by his name, and maybe even kissed her the same way. Aria hated the dark thought that was c
Aria "can't you even try to make her like you?" Aria said, she wanted her wolf to like Prince Zane the way she did, but if Prince Zane continued like this, her wolf was going to hate him forever. "let's get back to things about alpha Bryant." Prince Zane turned away from Aria.they had diverted so much from their main conversation that she forgot that they were talking about alpha Bryant."if you want to release him, you don't need my permission for that." anything that had to do with Alpha Bryant instantly put Prince Zane in a bad mood. "I don't need your permission, I only want you to be aware that you might see him soon, I want you to be emotionally prepared for what is about to happen." Aria knew what Prince Zane meant. the moment Alpha Bryant is released, he is going to run his mouth about everything he knows about her. because of her marriage to Prince Zane, people already know that she is a werewolf, but with Alpha Bryant, they will know that she committed a crime by killin
Aria 'it is almost time.' Aria thought as she walked with Erika to the courtyard. Aria had managed to convince Erika to take a walk with her even though Erika had insisted that she had other duties to do.Aria was nervous about what she was about to tell Erika. She had expected Erika to be the first to bring up the pending issue between them. but Erika had been quiet about it, too quiet. now that Aria is married to Prince Zane, Erika will have to go. Aria wasn't going to stop her or manipulate her to stay anymore. "my lady, you are going the wrong way, that's not the way to the courtyard," Erika said as she pulled Aria in the other direction.an embarrassing smile came to Aria's face as she allowed Erika to lead her. "why won't you believe me!" Aria and Erika stop at the sound of Alpha Bryant's voice. they both couldn't move as they watched him from afar, desperately chasing after elder Svend. Lillian was close behind him, looking lost like she didn't know what to do. "you have
Aria "you!" alpha Bryant said with rage as his eyes caught Aria. "you damn witch, after locking me up, you have the gut to show yourself in front of me?" he walks towards her with fast steps, werewolf claws already coming out of his hands. "my lady." Erika called out with a scared voice, "Let's run." Aria gave a little smile to Erika, she knew that Erika still thought of her as human. Erika had seen her as a weak human for too long, forgetting who she truly was. "don't worry I'm okay," Aria said to Erika and pulled Erika behind her. her werewolf powers may be back but Aria wasn't arrogant enough to think that she could defeat Alpha Bryant with the way she currently was. her werewolf had been locked inside of her for a long time, alpha Bryant had been training to improve himself in preparation for this day. even though Aria told Erika that she was going to be fine, an anxious part of her could feel that she was in danger. elder Svend stood still and gave Aria a cruel smile, he w
Aria "When are you leaving?" Aria asked. she didn't want Erika to say another word about Nadia. Aria's words were so fast and so blunt that she regretted speaking without thinking. this wasn't how she had wanted to talk to Erika about her departure. "What?" Erika asks confused. Aria let out a soft breath. her feet walk slowly heading towards the courtyard, the courtyard was meant to be the perfect place for what she wanted to say to Erika, but now the words were out too soon."remembered the deal you made with beta Brian," Aria said, looking at Erika from the side of her eyes. Erika was so indifferent about her words that Aria almost thought that she had forgotten about it. but there was recognition in her eyes. "I'm married to Prince Zane just as you wanted. there's no need for you to stay by my side, you are free to go to him." Aria stops and strongly gazes at Erika. let her know that it was okay for her to leave. "if I knew this was why you wanted to go to the courtyard, I woul
Aria Aria held her breath as she stepped into Prince Zane's office. He had called for her because of Alpha Bryant's request. although while Aidan delivered Prince Zane's messages, he told her that she could reject Alpha Bryant's request if she wanted. Aria would have taken up the offer to reject Alpha Bryant's request if only she wasn't curious about what Alpha Bryant was planning to do this time. he won't give up, why was he even still in Esterial? "my lady," Aidan and Nadia bow in respect to Aria. Aria's eyes went to everyone in the room, alpha Bryant was with Lillian, and they sat down together. while Prince Zane sat alone, one of his arms resting on the top side of his chair. Aria walked over and sat down close to Prince Zane. Prince Zane brought down his arm protectively around Aria's shoulders. 'this idiot won't try to attack me in front of Prince Zane is he?' Aria thought as she narrowed her eyes at Alpha Bryant, who was glaring at her. "you wanted to see her, here she
Aria "I'm sorry my Queen."the young lady whose name is Clover bowed down in front of Aria. She was one of the new batch of humans who had agreed to come to Esterial. Aria had chosen to show them around the town. she loved going outside the palace, Aria now knew every place in Esterial kingdom. the human Clover, her head was still down. she was afraid, the other humans with her, looked as though they were equally afraid."It's okay. it's just a little stain." Aria said kindly as she encouraged Clover to raise her head.Clover had clumsily stained Aria's dress with the snack that was given to her. Aria brought food for them when she noticed that they were hungry. although they were afraid of her, Aria knew that they were going to adjust to a different lifestyle in Esterial, and they would soon realize that they were safe. "Please forgive me, my Queen," Clover begged again."don't worry, my current maid is not the type who loves to scold me for everything I do." Aria tried to clean
Aria "Dad there's not much things to pack," Axel said to his father.Aria had thought that she would be relieved when her father and her brother returned to the pack, but she didn't feel relieved. her chest tightened with unknown pain. a little voice in her head said, 'Everyone is leaving you. no one is going to stay, you are all alone.' Zane's hand brushed against hers, driving away her fears, taking away her pain, and helping her to feel light. he won't hold her in front of her father. Zane usually likes to do whatever he likes without caring, but he is careful with his actions in front of alpha Draven. "why won't you let me escort you out?" Aria argues with her father in his room. We heard that your last escort ended in tears, I can't let myself cry in the palace in front of all the girls who are always watching me," Axel said. it annoys Aria that she couldn't tell Axel that no one cared about him because he was right. somehow, he had managed to get himself a lot of admirers du
Aria Aria tried to hide the tears in her eyes as she gazed at Erika and Brian. Erika was already crying, and seeing her tears made it difficult for Aria to stop herself from crying. "you two ladies are making me feel bad." Brian said, "Maybe we should stay in Esterial." he said to Erika. "no. it's okay if you both don't stay here, staying here means you have to quit your job as Bryant Beta, and let's be honest, Bryant would be lost without you by his side." Aria said in between tears. Brian chuckles softly. "Besides, living here isn't a good idea. there are a lot of politics that can turn into a headache. I'm sure you don't want that." Aria wipes the tears on her face. she was in front of the palace gate. she had only wanted to follow them out a little. but now she couldn't stop crying. "Queen Aria." Erika left Brian's side and hugged Aria. "I'm going to miss you." "I'm going to miss you too," Aria murmured into Erika's shoulder. "thank you for everything, Brian." Aria removes
Aria "My Queen, I was sent to tell you that you have a visitor. General Radford isn't sure if Alpha Bryant is allowed into the palace or not." Genevieve said, her head bowed. "is Brian here too?" Erika ask. eager to know if her mate was in the kingdom. she removed her hands from Aria's hair even though she hadn't finished braiding. "Beta Brian is with alpha Bryant, along with Lady Lillian." without a word, Aria hurried off to them. She didn't need Genevieve to relay a message to people she wanted to see. "You still haven't informed your guards that we aren't enemies anymore. I don't want anybody threatening me anytime I come here." alpha Bryant nagged Aria. Aria rolled her eyes. "I have told them, but they are vampires, you can't expect them to start trusting our kind just because I say so." "but they trust you," Bryant stated. Aria could see that he still couldn't understand the difference between them. She was Zane's wife. of course, they trust her. after Aria free alpha Bry
Aria Aria looked at Zane's schedule, she collected it from Aidan. even though she was no longer doing any of Zane's duties she wanted to help him. there was not much for her to do as a Queen.Aria squirted her eyes at the paper she was holding. "Erika." she called. "did Zan_ I mean did the King leave the palace today?" Erika put down the tea she was having with Lady Brunhilda. "I believe King Zane had been in the palace all day." "What is the point of coming to my chamber to see me if all you are going to do is think about your husband." Lady Brunhilda mumbled audibly for Aria to hear. Aria examined Zane's schedule again. "he's doing it again." she said to herself. she got up from her chair and headed straight to the throne room. Erika wanted to follow her but Lady Brunhilda stopped Erika. She raised a tea cup in front of Erika. "we are not yet done with our tea." "everyone please excuse us." Aria tried being polite so that she could hide the anger in her tone. all the official
Aria The dungeon was just as Aria remembers. Zane was back to his duties as king. not many people in the palace have seen him yet. Aria suspected that he didn't want them to. but he couldn't hide forever. those who have seen him were shocked, some were scared. Aria had almost fired a servant who was terrified of Zane's looks but Zane stopped her."Are you sure that you don't need General Radford's help with interrogating them?" Aria asks Zane. Elder Orvyn had gained back his consciousness. but Svend was still passed out. elder Orvyn screamed in fear when he saw his colleague's swollen face. 'this could be you.' Aria thought as she watched Elder Orvyn distancing himself from his friend who hit him. She wonders if he appreciates the fact that he was passed out while Zane beat Svend up. "This is something I want to personally handle," Zane said. he hasn't been able to get any words out of Elder Orvyn."you can't keep me locked up in here." Elder Orvyn said!Aria raised a questioning
Aria the wind blew with a heavy rush around Aria's ear. her eyes were closed as she held on, tightly to Zane. She could feel herself going up, higher and higher. made her wonder how far Zane could Jump. they were supposed to be coming down by now but his feet hadn't touched the floor yet. in curiosity, Aria opened her eyes and gasped out loud at Zane's dragon wings. "you can fly?" she asked amazed. "yeah," Zane replied in a low voice. he sounded as though, his being able to fly was a crime, an abomination. Aria was barely able to catch his words, it almost escaped her. A few minutes ago, he was able to face her, now he was hiding his face from her again. his fears were coming back. Aria knew that it was because of his dragon scales wings, 'I have to do something,'"this. is. amazing!" Aria screams out loud in a voice full of excitement. her random outburst caught Zane off guard. he was confused. "I can't believe I'm flying. I can't believe you can fly," she said excitedly, as thou
Aria Elder Svend comes out of hiding with a sly grin on his face. Aria and Zane both watch him as he claps his hands together as though he just came out of an amazing movie theater. He was being annoying. "That was so sweet. the two of you know how to put on a great show." he continued clapping and pretended as though he was wiping a tear off his face because of how touched he was. "what are you doing?" Elder Orvyn asks, Svend. he came out of hiding with an angry look on his face. "can't you see what I'm doing?" elder Svend asks, "I'm clapping, it been over a hundred years since I last saw an entertaining love tale like theirs, so full of sickening emotions, I'm too old to feel anything like that," he said in irritation. "This wasn't the plan." Elder Orvyn's fearful eyes looked over to Zane before he turned his fears away. "you are ruining the plan." "of course, the plan." Elder Svend said in a voice that sounded like he didn't care about whatever plans they had made. "the plan
Aria 'he's afraid.' Aria thought. after listening to Zane, she understood the fears she saw in his eyes. the fear of being accepted as though all his life he had lived like an outcast even though he was King Kaida's son. something like that wasn't going to disappear in one day just because she told him that she loved him. even if Zane could hear the truth in her words, he would prefer to isolate himself and believe in what he had always believed all his life. it was his way of safeguarding his heart. his way of living. 'I need to bring him out of it.' Aria thought sadly. if she left him like this, he wasn't going to change. he won't want to change. Aria thought that Zane was no different from a blind man if he continued like this. he got his sight back but he still wanted to remain in darkness. his darkness. something he had unconsciously created for himself without knowing. 'I need to be gentle, let him know that he can trust me instead of assuming that he was going to trust me.'