As he spoke, tears began to stream down my cheeks. A surge of guilt overwhelmed me, and I was torn with indecision. Should I confess my initial plans to him, even though I had no plans of carrying them out anymore? Should I just go ahead and accept the future he offered, even if there was a chance i
~Malik~ As I strolled from the training grounds through the echoing hallways, I hummed a light, carefree tune. Kael quietly followed behind me. Today, my spirits had soared unusually high during training; I even managed to crack a joke or two. Ezinne and I had slept wrapped up in each other's arms
"Yes, please," she answered without meeting my eyes, her attention still riveted on the stubborn fixture. "It's just not working right." I stepped into the shower area, a goofy grin spreading across my face, as I examined the handle and the showerhead. Despite my best intentions, my eyes couldn't h
~Ezinne~ I awoke in complete darkness, and my body was bound tightly to a chair. The room was so dark that even after straining my eyes to adjust, I saw nothing but an enveloping blackness. A foul, rancid odour hung heavily in the air, so potent I could almost taste its sourness. Disgust curled my
"You ought to know that such threats no longer sway me. I cannot comply with your demands," I declared firmly. "Why not?!" Ashere snapped, her tone fierce and demanding. "Because I love him," I said, tears welling up in my eyes. "I love Malik, and I'm not afraid of what might happen, even if it co
~Ezinne~ The doctor clicked off the small flashlight with a soft snap, its beam fading from my weary eyes. Malik stood quietly by the corner of the room; his arms folded across his chest. Blood samples had been taken from me for further examinations, and it broke my heart that Malik could not even
~Ezinne~ "Your Highness? Your Highness." I was pulled from my thoughts by the sound of Rhea’s voice. Turning around, I saw her standing behind me. Her face was unusually pale, which made me worry. I had not had time to see anyone since I returned from Eclipse Pack, and after that terrible nightma
~Ezinne~ I watched Rhea as she stirred gently in her sleep. Her eyelids fluttered and slowly parted to reveal eyes filled with confusion and weariness. She stared at the ceiling for a while, perhaps trying to piece together where she was and what had happened. "I'm glad you're awake," I said, bre