“Heiya, dude.” Shadow greeted the youngest version of Malikul.He was only a few years younger than Malikul and was so similar to her lover. His high cheeks, hooded eyes, thick brows, high nose, dubious lips, a fine jawline, honeydew skin, and short brown hair.He was taller than Shadow but was slightly shorter than Malikul. His eyebrow curled up, simultaneously looking between Shadow and Malikul with his dubious expression.“Heiya, pretty lady. What are you doing here early in the morning?”He was the one who opened the door for them, still with his sleeping hair and pajamas. “Early?” Shadow looked up to the sky. “Dude, the sun has already peaked up, the birds chirping and it’s already 10.”The man nodded, “yeah, early morning.”Malikul rolled his eyes and shoved his brother to the side. “Move aside. Her face is getting redder under the sun.”“No, she is not.” Yet, he was unbothered by his brother’s reaction and proceeded to rub his eyes harshly.“No, I am not. I think my sunscreen
Siti, Salahuddin, Malikul, and Shadow swiftly changed their venue. Salahuddin offered Shadow a seat on one of the sets of sofas that Malikul took upon himself and voluntarily sat next to Shadow, humming happily.Siti sat next to her husband, playing with her fingers nervously.Shadow was already digging her breakfast, the same as Malikul. One was eating lamb chop while the other was at the mountain of fluffy pancakes.“Do you want to eat some?” Malikul offered his own pancake.Shadow shook her head and didn't take up the offer. “This breakfast is enough.”Malikul readily accepted. “Do you want more?” His voice was full of concern.“No, I’m good.” She raised her fork and waved the cut lamb chop toward Malikul.As if it was natural, Malikul opened his mouth before the meat was shoved inside his mouth, gently and sweetly.“This is good.” He acknowledged his own skill.“Yup, yup. We can get married tomorrow if you wish to.”Malikul snorted while stabbing his innocent pancake, veins bulged
On the other location, inside the hyena’s territory, around the palace ground, the queen hyena shifted her head to the blue-ish sky with her pointed ears twitching. Was still in her werehyena form, standing tall inside an open training ground.With a gesture, the ongoing training was promptly halted. A few heaved echoes as their lethargic bodies fell harshly on the ground.She was currently having her usual training with her comrades. Her sweaty hands grabbed the tiny towel that was offered by her people.She was half naked – with only a sports bra and combat trousers on. Her fur body was already drenched with sweat and coated with swollen veins all around. The excitement’s still inside.“Do you hear that?”“Yes, Queen Liliana.” Her right hand pointed her nostril to the sky. “It’s the sound of birds.”“Not any birds.” Liliana chimed. Not a second later, a group of predator birds was rushing at them, still far up to the sky, though. Thanks to her keen eyes, she could make out all of t
“Right this way.”Shadow dragged her gaze away from the space, meeting Canary’s amused eyes. They were similar in color to her suit and they gleamed at her. “Werehyenas are mythical creatures,” she defended herself. “This may be the closest I ever get to you guys.” She winced, not liking how that sounded. “Look, you guys perk up my curiosity.”“Enough to look at us like you are visiting the zoo?”Shadow spun, painfully aware of Canary’s excusing herself behind her. She blew out a sigh, feeling up her stupidity. “I am sorry.”“Hmm.” Canary’s light voice hummed, leading them into a royal meeting chamber. She opened the door that was coated with 100% gold, wide enough for her. “Please enter.”Shadow did. She entered the room without a sense of panic. She looked calm and was indeed calm. “Canary.” She called after pondering.“Yes, Your Holiness.” She led her toward the expensive couches and offered her a one-seater couch.“I’m good.” Instead, Shadow chose a two-seater and lounged carele
When Liliana heard her vicious intonation, she immediately made a few calculations in her mind before concluding her findings.“What will satisfy you, Lord Shadow?” She said, in a knowing voice.Lord Shadow. The title was a detectable notice at Shadow, telling her that she knew who she was. The name was indicating that she was referring to her former title instead of her current one.The former emperor.The ruthless piece of the shit emperor that ruled over the Underworld. The fucker who destroyed everything and anything to get what she wanted. The messy load of crap who unalive people for the slightest inconvenience.“Obviously, you are not seeking to demolish my hard-earning kingdom, am I right?” She said, her voice laced with sternness albeit a slight strain.“Seems my reputation precedes me, Your Highness.” Shadow didn’t even turn her body toward her.However, Liliana had the urge to bow them at her. Her murderous aura diluted her senses.“Our territory might not be as enormous a
“How and why… that information slipped out of the report?” She arched her brow and tightened her jaw.“That’s because I have sworn to secrecy.”“...Canary!” It was a warning voice.Canary immediately went down on her knees and dropped her head. “Please state your punishment. I’ll gladly accept it.”“It’s an overdue payment, don’t you agree?” Liliana crossed her leg, showing her dominance. “... I understood your intention, my queen.” Canary was hesitant yet braced herself from any upcoming dirty punishment.Liliana studied the duchess, humming low. Canary was the loyalist subject that she trusted so much. She was the only one that she could trust her back to. Yet, she readily covered for the crown princess when cornered.She had a lot of guts inside her bones and Liliana was fond of her due to that. She hated to inflict pain on her subject but an exemplar should not be half-hearted and she knew exactly what Canary should do to return the honor.Though the upcoming punishment would sul
Wearing formal attire, the three of them: Ibrahim, Aidan, and Firash took their sweet time. From the resident palace and straight to their east wing where all the government workers were working.“Sister… the youngest… will she not be here?” Aidan asked in wonder.“She is not,” Firash answered.“Why?” There’s a hint of pouting inside that voice.“Because she doesn’t want to.”“This meeting will become so boring without her.” He grunted loudly.Ibrahim hummed, agreeing with his firstborn.“At least… our overdue meeting is happening thanks to her.” Firash’s tone was malicious. It was a warning for his brother to act accordingly as a crown prince.Again, Ibrahim had to agree. He hated it, but he had to agree. That’s because Firash was right. Shadow was never taken advantage of regarding her title. Furthermore, she was the most beloved princess in this kingdom. Everyone devoted their love to Shadow and it was never a secret.Whenever she showed her face to the people, the people would scr
The king’s family waited for the queen right in the middle of the path. Due to safety, they had to be under the roof whenever they were together. They could handle any threat alone, but together, their guard simultaneously went down. It was because they had complete faith in the knights to protect them while they were enjoying them. It wasn’t a wise choice but they didn’t care. The surveillance and protection were triple the moment Shadow was added to the family.The protection was not only available inside the palace, but it covered the whole kingdom. Why? In their book, Shadow was a petite human who had no lion power. Nevertheless, she carried a lion crest proudly as if she was one of them.And yes, she was one of them. She was their family, friend, and protector. She was qualified to do so. She had the right. “Come again.” Dhia nudged her brother.“She is not here, sister,” Firash said in frustration.“Where is she, then?” “I don’t know, Princess Dhia. She can be anywhere, som