If I was a less proud woman, I would have told him to stay, to do something about this… feverish desire that was starting to tear me up inside. But I wasn’t that woman. Maybe too stubborn for my own good or just too grounded in reality. Even if I asked, Theodore Nightshade didn’t sleep with the
Violet Lucas hesitated, glancing away. For a moment, I could almost see his thoughts racing, as if he was debating how much he dared to reveal. “I asked you a question. What did you mean by that?” Lucas's gaze burned into me. He set his jaw. I glanced at Theodore. I could see the rage brewing
He chuckled. “I’m sure the lawyers will make a case for it.” “Good. I have plans for that money.” I paused. “Well, given Twining Rivers’ monetary situation, it's more likely I have plans for that land…” Theodore laughed. I gestured vaguely over my shoulder. “You should have spent your time enjoy
Violet Lucas’s mouth opened, but no sound came out. For once, he was silent. I looked up at Theodore, surprised. “Really?” I asked, searching his face. Theodore nodded. “I know midnight isn't the kind of comfort that they're used to, but it's got to be better than being under the thumb of that
I shrugged. “You have a list of people I should be sending invitations to, physical ones? Oh, and a code to let them know to come to Midnight for refuge?” I looked at her. “I know you said that you'd let them learn a hard lesson, but there had to be some innocent people in Dark Moon as well, right?”
Violet When I woke, evening shadows stretched across the room. I blinked, trying to shake the heavy drowsiness from my mind, surprised by how long and deeply I had slept. Just last night, everything felt twisted and strained, like I could barely hold myself together. And yet, here I was, more rest
He let out a soft, hungry sound. “You had a thing for distraught, hm?” He scoffed. “You were sad sure you were angry yes but you definitely weren't distraught.” He licked his lips. “You might have been drinking because of Lucas but you weren't going to drink yourself into oblivion over him.” “
Theodore I watched Violet carefully. The challenge had been set, but I was curious about how she was going to react to it. I could see her pushing me away, yet she didn't move. The silence stretched between us, humming like a live wire and burning like the sun, and yet she said nothing. Her expr
I scoffed. "He should have had the decency to kill her, at least I wouldn't be dealing with Theodore." I rubbed my forehead. "How much longr can we keep the records hidden?" "Indefinitely," he said. "The sector of the national system that is still managed by the crown is separate from the rest.
Owen There were too many people in the country who were doing whatever it took to not be a rogue and they knew it. If I hadn't restricted the number of people and how people can transfer between packs, a lot of packs who supported me would have lost all of their standing and power by now. I had
I set my jaw, glaring at the screen, seeing the paparazzi following Theodore and Violet walking down the street. Smiling at one another, seemingly overly happy, and blissful. The faint glow of the bands on their heads were clearly visible, just as visible as they had been since they were married.
Violet I watched them leave, then I looked up at Theodore who was glaring after the man, looking just as furious as before. If this was broadcast live, plenty of people saw it, and with any luck they'd start thinking. But more than that, I felt a bit hot under the collar. There was something inc
“And so you're suggesting that we let murderers and thieves live among us?” Theodore shook his head. “I’m suggesting that we stop pretending exiling them makes us safe. That we acknowledge the role we play in creating the monsters we claim to fear and hate. We have to take responsibility for the m
Violet I bit my lip, listening to the conversation rather than joining Theodore again. It was a beautifully worded question and the silence that followed the question spoke volumes. Victor stammered, unable to answer, but a reporter had a response. "Are you suggesting that all rogues should be k
Olivia’s smile returned, though it didn’t reach her eyes. “Yes, Shelter in particular seems to have sparked quite the debate. It’s rare to see something so… divisive. But that’s the beauty of the system, isn’t it? The law must be carefully considered before such changes are made.” She was careful
She took a step back, visibly rattled. Her hands trembled as she gripped the counter, trying to steady herself. “I…" "You can start with an apology." She set her jaw and turned to the door, but I heard it just as the door swung closed. "I'm sorry." "The offer stands," I said, loud enough f
Violet She didn’t even bother to hide her intention, her heels clicking purposefully against the marble as she approached the sink next to mine. “You know,” she began, her voice saccharine sweet, “you’re quite the bold one, stepping into a relationship so public with Theodore. You would think th