"Midnight snaking?" I asked. He nodded eagerly with a smile. "I'm all for it." "Good. So, how do you like your eggs?" he asked again. "Scrambled," I answered, feeling a bit surprised but glad for the distraction. He nodded, then walked over to the fridge. "First, let's make you a c
~Ezinne~ "Why is she still wearing that?" Malik asked in a voice that was a bit too loud than normal. His angry eyes fixed on Kael. "I didn't think it was right to take her to your room without asking, Your Majesty," Kael answered, his voice steady. "You needed my permission t
"Why?" I asked, my indignation flaring. "Why do you keep seeing me as a threat?" "Because you're a threat," Rafe countered bluntly. "You lured those beasts here." I couldn't believe Rafe was saying that to me. "How can you blame me for their attack? I don't see how—" "Enough," Malik
~Malik~ Everything should have been perfect after I found my mate and we completed the bonding rituals. But it felt as though my problems were only beginning. Convincing Ezinne to become my wife was surprisingly easy, considering her strong-willed nature. It made me suspect her purpose of be
~Ezinne~ I couldn't understand what was happening to me. Was it because they acted like I was invisible, which triggered painful memories, or was it the way they told me to leave, making it clear that I didn't belong? Feeling like you don't belong is tough. It's hard to see the point in stat
However, after a short while, I gathered myself from the floor and dried my tears. I had been through tough times before; I could handle this as well. This time, at least, I wasn't in love, which would allow me to think more clearly. I will endure it to get what I want. I was here on a mission. Afte
~Ezinne~ My trolley of clothes and other belongings was brought to me later that day. I had expected to maybe catch a glimpse of Malik, but he was nowhere to be seen, nor did I make any attempt to leave the room. I stayed indoors until Delilah brought my belongings in the afternoon. When Kael
"No, Kael. It's not you. I just really need some time by myself right now," I explained, hoping he wouldn't think he had upset me in any way. Kael gave me a gentle nod, his face showing understanding. "Of course, your privacy is important. I'll make sure you're not disturbed." I gave him a