Darcus - POV My dragon, Dargo, had revealed to me that an unknown dragon was responsible, but finding this mysterious stranger who seemed intent on harming me proved to be a conundrum. I slumped down in a chair, frustrated. The clue led nowhere. Angered and seeking revenge, my mother could be the one behind this. Yet, I doubted she'd take such a drastic step. "What happened?" James inquired, taking a sip from a water cup and handing another to me. "My dragon suspects someone from our Dragon shifter caused Ella's accident," I said with a heavy sigh, wracking my brain for possible suspects among my royal court who bore me any grudges. "Also, there were three different blood scents at the accident scene. It's peculiar, considering there were only two victims - Ella and her driver. Even the officers couldn't explain how the car veered off the road." "You are the reason Ella is in this state, yet you still want to claim her as your mate. Bastard!" James exploded, his hands clutching my
Ella - POV {Ella witnessed the past Fragment } The encroaching darkness gradually lifted, and I found myself viewing the world through the eyes of a small toddler. I was cradled, and a nurse handed me to a breathtakingly beautiful woman who appeared to be in pain. She kissed my forehead gently, tears cascading down her cheeks. "I hope you grow up to be strong and selfless, using your power to help those in need," my mother whispered. Her embrace was comforting, but she was evidently struggling to breathe. The nurse then passed me to my father, who looked young and handsome, but his eyes were tinged with sadness. The sight was heartbreaking. "I'm sorry we couldn't save the mother," the nurse said. I started to cry uncontrollably, and my father looked at me with deep sadness. He did his best to soothe me. "I know, Ella, we've lost someone important today, but she wouldn't want us to mourn like this. Don't worry, Ella, your dad will be with you every step of the way," my father's voi
Darcus - POV "You called me. What's the situation?" James sprinted down the hospital corridor towards me. After casting a defensive spell on her, I had just left Ella's room and headed out to get a coffee. "What's happened to Ella?" He panted as he skidded to a halt near the coffee machine. "Just give me a moment to get some coffee," I replied gruffly. James responded with a scowl as I took a moment to sip my coffee. Now, the question was, how do I tell James about the assassination attempt on Ella? I dread his reaction; he'll undoubtedly point fingers at me again. It may be wiser to keep this information to myself, rushing to the Dragon realm to consult with Henry and reinforce Ella's security before sharing anything with James. "I summoned you because I need you to stay by Ella's side while I visit the Dragon realm." James paused as he stepped into Ella's room, staring at me silently. I could tell he sensed the protective spell I had cast on Ella. "How are Mr. Hart and Hana farin
Ella - POV I woke up to find my father, Hana, and James all smiling at the doctors as they checked my vitals and monitored my health. "Ms. Hart, your recovery rate is quite impressive. We should be able to discharge you from the hospital today," one of the doctors informed. The news brought relief; I never did enjoy staying in medical facilities. "Dad, Hana, I'm sorry you both had to worry because of me," I apologized. Hana had been anxious for me, and I could see the concern etched in my father's eyes as he squeezed my hand. "You have nothing to feel sorry about, Princess," Dad whispered. "It's not your fault, Ella. Don't speak as if it is," Hana said, comforting me. My eyes then fell on James, who looked at me with a hint of sadness. The guilt of having cheated on him made my stomach churn. "I'm okay now, according to the doctor. I can go home," I suggested, to which my father sternly disagreed. "You must take a few days off before returning to work." Upon hearing my father's
Darcus - POV After leaving the Wolf realm, I felt a slight sense of peace, thanks to the kindness of the Alpha and Luna, who had provided some much-needed rest upon my return. However, as soon as I set foot in my domain, Henry approached me, immediately sensing the aura surrounding me. "Your Majesty, you have returned. Is there a problem?" Henry followed me to my office, and I remained silent until we reached the room. "Yes, I need a squad of highly skilled troops. I want to assign them to ensure Ella's security," I finally spoke, sinking into my seat and exhaling. Taking a swig of scotch did little to ease my anxiety. "Didn't you hear me, Henry? Why are you still standing there? Find me an elite soldier. I will personally test them to see if they can protect Ella," I stated, the creases on Henry's forehead revealing his concern as he froze upon hearing animalistic growls. "What happened to Ms. Hart?" My dragon nature was beginning to emerge as anger towards myself consumed me. Ye
Ella - POV "Don't get out of bed, Ella," my father urged, rushing over to ensure I didn't strain my leg too much. "Dad, I spoke with the doctors and explained my situation. They advised me to exercise and move around," I reassured him. After hesitation, my father released my hand, and I made my way to the table where he had prepared breakfast. Even though my father was unwell, I couldn't help but feel guilty that he had to go through the hassle of rushing to a hospital in Minnesota and endure so much stress because of me. "Tell me what's on your mind," my father asked, his gaze fixed on me as I avoided making eye contact and focused on the breakfast plate before me, unable to bring myself to eat. "Dad, I'm worried about your health. Here I am, bruised and injured, yet you're caring for me when I should be caring for you. I spoke with your doctors, who informed me that your health has deteriorated over the past few days. Please don't worry. I'll recover and take care of myself," I
James - POV "What's going on with you, James?" Dave approached me, noticing the exhaustion on my face. "Nothing..." I growled, taking a sip from my fourth glass of liquor. "Come on, you look like crap, and you're telling me nothing happened?" Dave sighed, ordering a drink for himself at the bar. "Why are you here? I told you to take care of the realm." My voice carried a snarl of frustration. "I received some information from Jake," Dave said. "He mentioned something about Blair, the previous queen's son or Darcus' stepbrother. Apparently, he possesses unusual strength, like that of a hybrid." Dave paused, observing my reaction. "What a shady situation," I muttered, sensing the gravity of the situation. "Did Jake sense Blair's aura?" I asked, trying to piece together the puzzle. This was a crucial matter. Is Darcus aware of his stepbrother's powers, or is he keeping this information hidden to protect him from me? "Jake felt his strength during a fight on the training grounds. T
James - POV "So you're from my clan, Mr. Hart. Why did you keep this from me?" I asked, my voice filled with a mix of curiosity and disappointment. Mr. Hart's face fell with guilt as I looked at him, feeling the pain of betrayal again. Why did Mr. Hart do that? He must have known that I am the prince of the Black Magic Clan. "I apologize, your Majesty, for concealing my actual identity from you for so long," Mr. Hart spoke, his voice filled with remorse. I glanced at him, unsure of how to respond. Mr. Hart had always felt like a member of my family, but now that I knew he had been hiding his true identity, I was at a loss for words. "I can see the astonishment in your eyes, but I realize I can no longer hide the truth. Why don't we find a safer place to discuss matters further? I've noticed that we are being watched," Mr. Hart suggested, not waiting for our response. He opened a portal and transported us to another dimension, the realm of my clan. However, upon arrival, I could only