JOHANNA.Evelyn twitched into the room and bowed to me. She was panting, and I could sense that everything wasn't alright. She came near the bed and got to her knees, gazing at my face pitifully.“If you won't utter a word, then get out of my sight…..” I screeched at her, but she didn't stop staring at me. “What is it?”She rubbed her nose. “The assistant chef….”My heart sank deeply into my belly. If it was good news, Evelyn wouldn't be fidgeting this way. Was she also dead? Did they find her and kill her already? I adjusted closer to her. “What happened to her? Don't tell me something that will…..”She burst into tears before I could even finish. “The officials are already gathered because of her.”The officials? What business do they have with the assistant chef? I rolled my eyes, trying to answer those questions on my own.“She's dead—” she voiced out, finally spilling what she had been hiding.A cold pit formed in my stomach. My heartbeat increased.Why? Why would all these be ha
JOHANNA.Finally, I was able to break up the kiss. I pulled away from him, and my breathing fastened. “Why did you do it?” Tears gathered in my eyes. I couldn't explain how I felt. “Just leave my room. I want to be alone.” I grasped my clothes, staring at the floor.He said nothing—not a single word any longer. Rather, he turned and vacated the room.My legs trembled and couldn't bear the weight of my body. I found myself on the floor, and my eyes dropped liquids on my cheeks.Why did I feel this way? Let's say it's because he didn't accept my rejection. But why will he not accept it when we no longer love ourselves?‘Who said so? Did I say that I don't love him?’ My wolf broke through between my worries. ‘You were the one who concluded that you didn't love him any longer—not me.’I sniffed and wiped my cheek. “But, is he truly our mate? We slept with him that day, and he kept saying that the lady he slept with was his mate. What if Nina came into that room before or after us? Then it
JOHANNA.My heart kept throbbing as I paced around the room. I grabbed my hair and pulled it, holding the scream that was supposed to elude from my throat. Tears rolled down my cheeks, and I wiped it off. “My father can't be sick. Not now that I found my family…" I sniffed and rubbed my nose.I wanted to go back to the Griming Manes Clan, but Evelyn was against it. She believed it was a trap and decided to go herself to know how my father was. It has been fourteen hours already, and she is yet to return.Even my father's consort never dared to reach out to me, making it feel like Evelyn was telling the truth that it was a trap. But still, who would lie with the Supreme King's health? This is something that shouldn't be joked around with.“The King is here….”I hawked and wiped my watery eyelids so King Ramsey wouldn't get to see the tears in my eyes. The door made a serene sound, and it slammed hard. “What brings you here?” I said to him, not sparing a single glance. “I wanted to be
SUPREME CONSORT KATHERINE.When I looked out through my window, the half-blue moon was already out. I shut it back and had my coat on. I took the veil, which I used all the time, and then got changed up instantly.My maid signaled me, and I walked out of the room, strolling down the hallway until I came out of the back gate. I dipped my palm into my pocket and brought out the key, which I used to unlock it and sneak out.It was dark. The moon was the only light on earth, and my wolf sights ability was leading me through. I hastened my steps until I passed the palace, and then I took to my heels, running as fast as I could with my wolf's strength. I didn't take a break until I stood before the only building that exists in the woods.Rumor has it that one living in the building is a witch, while some say she's a goddess, and some a priestess….but in all, no one has ever seen the face living in the building, and it has been the only place I visit when I leave the palace.For twenty-five
JOHANNA.A sneeze. I found myself lying on a bunk. The room was so bright, unlike my room in the palace. “Where is this?” I mumbled and wiped my eyes to see King Ramsey busy with his cell phone. “Where are we?” My voice drew his attention, and he looked at me, dropping his phone.He helped me sit up. His palms glued on mine.“You have yet to answer my question….” I snapped at him, and he put on a smile. “Did I pass out again?” he nodded to my question, making me wonder if it was quite heavier to say with his lips.He raised his brows, meeting my gaze.“My father is in the morgue—” I reminded myself and wanted to climb down from the bed, but he held me back. “Don't stop me again! I have to go back to my clan and mourn my father no matter what…..”He shook his head, acting mute.The door opened at that moment, and the doctor came in. I wanted to get out of the room with that opportunity, but he gripped me tighter.“Let's discuss, My King…” the doctor said to him, and he signaled him to
JOHANNA.Four days later!I walked gracefully into the hall chamber where all the Clan officials were gathered, in addition to Nina and Alpha Roger. Since I had assured them that I would prove my innocence, it was better that they all assemble and watch me present my proof.“Long live, the Supreme Heiress!!!”They all echoed, bowing as I walked to my seat. I met King Ramsey's gaze, and he gave a slight nod, after which I got seated.Nina was standing opposite me. Her facial expressions could tell that her heart was throbbing. The reason for the gathering was still untold, so she must be scared that I conspired against her.When the hall became silent, King Ramsey was ready to speak. At my side stood Evelyn, whom Beta Sam had taken permission to stalk. I didn't bother to know the reason he made that statement. All that clouded my mind was this day—the day I would clear my name and be able to handle my father's situation.“Today, my first rank consort and the Supreme Lycan Princess wil
JOHANNA.After an agreement was reached because of Nina, the gathering came to an end. We all exited the hall, back to our various rooms, but I looked at Nina from the back as she walked until she entered her room.“My Princess, I'm happy that you finally cleared your name. Now, you will have to focus on conceiving the child safely.” Evelyn said to me as we strolled back to my room. “What are you staring at?”I held her to a halt. “Go to the room alone. I will join you later….”Before she could try to hold me back or utter a word, I was already standing at Nina's doorpost. I glanced at her to keep going, and she lowered her head, passing me and entering my room. I didn't need to knock since I wanted to check on something. I held the door handle and pushed the door open to find her undressing.“Your Grace!!!” her servants shifted to the side.My eyes were fixated on her belly. I wanted to check if she added something to make her belly grow that way, but I was wrong. Her belly was truly
NINA.My chief maid, Aliya, hurried towards me and bowed. I was startled because she seemed like someone who had just seen a ghost. “What is the matter?” I dropped the glass of water I was holding and sat on the bed. I just hate being disturbed when I'm pondering over an important matter. I just escaped a lion's den and am trying to come up with a way I would save my ass completely. As it stands, my life lies in my hands. King Ramsey has been using me while pretending to be caring. He and Anna had a lot in store for me, but I easily escaped their wrath.If I'm not careful enough, I will end up in the abyss like they wish. I need to come up with an idea that can make Anna be filled with disappointments. I want her to feel used just like I feel now.“Your physician is here—” the maid announced to me.My brows knitted. “Physician? I didn't send for her. What is she here to do?”Aliya lifted her head. “I'm also baffled. Should I bring her in?”I gave a single nod. What would my physician