Seventy Nine

ALPHA NON EST MORTUA

A week has gone by, and Avery is still locked up. Nahigra laid an appeal stating that she should be able to move around The Hall and do menial jobs for Nicholas, but she won't be entitled to the benefits of being the wife of the young master. This appeal had been rejected many times, but Nahigra is never known for giving up.

Elias had been visiting her frequently. He had promised her everything she ever wanted would be fulfilled only if she became his wife. Avery became spiteful and hated the fact that she found herself in this situation - If she had known she wouldn't have left Nicholas' side.

Alisson used Avery's room in the meantime. News reached Avery about this situation.

"Why is it bad news - every time." She mumbled.

Lonely in the cell. She looked through the small window. The stars shine dimly. Everywhere was silent, maybe it is because of where she was - inside a cellar.

She never knew freedom, but now, she needed the slavery she was used to.

"This is you