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From Truth To Lies Chapter 24
Alden's POV The house was too quiet when I returned. That was a bad sign. I stepped through the entrance, my senses sharpening immediately. Something was off. The air smelled faintly of iron; blood. My eyes flickered to the dimly lit hallway,m when I got upstairs, scanning for movement, but there was none. Then I saw her, Nyx. She was slumped in front of my open door, her body barely propped against the frame. Blood streaked down her forehead, dripping sluggishly onto the floor. A deep gash on her upper arm soaked into her clothing. Her breathing was uneven, her fingers twitching faintly as if she was still trying to cling to consciousness. Something cold coiled in my chest. I crossed the distance in three strides, crouching beside her. "Nyx.” I said sharply, gripping her chin to tilt her face up. Her lashes fluttered, unfocused eyes trying to find me. "Alden…" She murmured, voice weak, “Took you long enough.” I scanned her injuries quickly. The forehead wound was messy, li
Last Updated : 2025-02-02From Truth To Lies Chapter 25
Alden's Pov I walked out of the ward Nyx was staying in, one of my men came up from behind me, his head lowered. “Have you checked the cameras?” “Yes boss. It seems the assassins knew where the blind spots where and deliberately avoided them since it would have not been able to catch anything while the other cameras which didn't have blind spots were all destroyed in their formation. We were able to catch only a small glimpse of the assassin's but still, we couldn't see their faces.” He explained. I frowned. For someone to have know where the blind spots where and even where the camera's themselves were, there was someone from the inside who was selling information to them. “Were are the bodies?” I questioned, taking a sharp turn outside. “They are still in the house, left untouched. We cleaned up the whole place but we didn't touch them. Including your hidden guard and the other woman.” “Good.” I hummed, going into the car, “Drive me home.” I ordered and he nodded. The drive b
Last Updated : 2025-02-03From Truth To Lies Chapter 26
Nyx's Pov Alden’s words lingered in the air like a quiet threat. His smirk didn’t reach his eyes, but I could tell he was enjoying this, dangling bits of information just out of my reach, testing to see how much I could piece together on my own.I wasn’t stupid. Whatever it was that he was hiding, whatever those assassins were searching for, it was bigger than just a routine attack. And if Alden Black Lombardi thought I was just going to sit here and play the helpless victim, he was mistaken.I adjusted my posture in the wheelchair, masking my discomfort, “So.” I mused, keeping my tone light, “Who do you think sent them? One of your rivals? An enemy you forgot to kill?”Alden chuckled, the sound dark and amused, “Forgot?” He leaned against the desk, arms crossed, “I don’t forget, Nyx.”I held his gaze, refusing to back down, “Then what are you missing?”Vasquez shifted beside him, silent but listening. It was clear he had no intention of speaking unless directly addressed. Smart man.
Last Updated : 2025-02-04From Truth To Lies Chapter 27
Nyx's Pov “Check the perimeter.” Alden’s voice was calm, but I could hear the edge of danger and coldness beneath it. Vasquez was already moving. The office window creaked open slightly, and I held my breath, pressing myself flat against the roof. My heart pounded against my ribs. If they saw me, I’d have more than just an interrogation to deal with.Seconds stretched into eternity as Vasquez’s shadow shifted below “Nothing.” He finally said, but his voice carried doubt, “Might’ve been an animal.”Alden didn’t respond immediately. Then he murmured, “Be sure.”I didn’t wait. The moment Vasquez turned away, I pulled myself up, crawling back toward my room with practiced speed. My muscles burned from the effort, but the urgency kept me moving.By the time I reached my window, Vasquez’s and Alden's footsteps were already echoing in the hallway. Shit, shit, shit. I had seconds at most before Alden would check on me.I swung my legs back inside, landing with a bit more force than intended.
Last Updated : 2025-02-04From Truth To Lies Chapter 28
Nyx’s POVWarmth and satisfaction. That was the first thing I noticed I felt. A deep, comforting warmth that wrapped around me like a cocoon. It was foreign and yet, if was oddly pleasant. My body felt weightless, free of stress for the first time in days. No sharp aches, no dull throbbing in my ribs, no tension in my muscles. Just stillness, soft and indulgent. And it was merely Alden's voice who made me fall asleep? Did he use some sort of drugs because it was the best sleep I’d had in forever. I sighed, stretching slightly, letting the sensation settle before my brain caught up with reality. Wait. My eyes snapped open. I was in Alden’s bed. Shit. The second thing I noticed was the scent, rich, woodsy, and laced with something unmistakably him. It clung to the sheets, the pillows, the air itself. My stomach twisted, heat creeping up my neck. I sat up too fast, my body protesting the sudden movement, but I ignored it. My pulse hammered as I scanned the room, my mind still f
Last Updated : 2025-02-04From Truth To Lies Chapter 29
Nyx's Pov Fuck. This was going to be hard to figure out. And if Victor was the same person who sent those assassins to Alden, could it be that he found out I was here? And killing them… I could have revealed myself. Fuck. Shit.“Then, have you been able to find out where that Victor's hideout is? Is he bringing up another gang or do you think he's doing so?” “I don't know for sure yet but I have an inkling that he's preparing stuff.” Helena replied and I could not help the sigh that escape from my lips. This was going to be really hard to take care of. “Anyways how were you able to get in and why the fuck are you dressed like that?” Helena wore a maid dress, the same as Renata but less frilly and more mature. Helene glanced down at her body, standing and twirling around. “It's cute isn't it? Your man gave it to me.” “My man? Who's my man?” I was genuinely confused, “And you haven't answered my question yet.” Helena smirked, eyes gleaming with amusement as she placed a hand on he
Last Updated : 2025-02-04From Truth To Lies Chapter 30
Nyx's Pov Helena exhaled through her nose, acknowledging the point, “Vasquez is sharp, but he’s not invincible. He can’t monitor everything at once. If we’re careful, casual, we can pull this off.”I hesitated. This plan could either work perfectly or blow up in our faces. If Alden or Vasquez even suspected Helena was more than just a maid, we’d both be screwed.As if reading my thoughts, Helena leaned in slightly, “Look, Nyx. We don’t have many options. Victor is out there, and he’s watching. We need intel, and I need to stay close to you. This is the best way.”I ran a hand through my hair, exhaling sharply, “Fine.”Her grin was immediate, “I knew you’d see reason.”I shot her a glare, “But if this backfires, I’m blaming you.”She laughed, standing up, “That’s fair.”I watched as she smoothed down her uniform, her expression shifting back into her usual mask of cool confidence, “Alright, darling. Time for me to go do actual work before someone starts wondering where I am.”I smirke
Last Updated : 2025-02-04From Truth To Lies Chapter 31
Nyx's Pov When he finished dressing, I stared at him, the blanket still covering half my face. I was blushing, I knew that, and I didn't want to let him see me blushing. But I was quite curious about something. "Why are you suddenly hiring maids after Renata died? Aren't you scared that someone else might get killed?" I asked innocently. Alden glanced at me for a second with his eyes literally saying, 'Why should I care?'I cleared my throat, "I mean... With what happened before, it's almost inevitable that someone else would get sent here and then she'd just die. She's just a normal human like me." I whispered, pretending to feel down. "She knew what she was signing up for before she came here. Also, if she's not as loud mouthed as Renata, she should be se to surviving for quite a while." He shrugged, acting like we were merely talking about the weather. But wait..."Loud mouthed as Renata? What do you mean?" I sat up instantly, letting the sheets fall to my waist as I stared at
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From Truth To Lies Chapter 81
Chapter 81 Nyx's Pov I twirled the darkened spoon in my hand, staring at the food in front of me. This was the fourth time since I got to Alden's mansion that I had been poisoned. Although I am immune to a lot of poisons due to my immune system and the nature of my job, I'm not in any form of danger. However, if was getting annoying. “No! No! Please spare me! I beg you! I was asked to do this by someone! Spare me!” The muffled screams echoed faintly through the corridor, breaking through the quiet hum of the night. I stilled, my fingers tightening around the spoon as I listened carefully. The voice was coming from below. Setting my spoon down, I pushed back my chair and rose to my feet. The guards at the entrance to the dining hall remained still, but I could feel their eyes tracking my every movement as I followed the sound. Each step I took down the dimly lit hallway only made the desperate pleas clearer.I reached a dead end. Or so it seemed. My fingers trailed over the wall be
From Truth To Lies Chapter 80
Chapter 80 Author's Pov “Miss, the master is asking for you. He's in the sitting room.” A maid stood outside the door, her voice filtering into the room. The woman inside sighed and stood up from her bed, her narrowed grey eyes staring at her reflection in the mirror. After a few seconds, she walked towards the door and opened it abruptly, startling the maid who stood outside. “M… Miss…” “Why is he asking for me? Did something happen?” She questioned, her voice soft but anyone could hear the malice oozing out of her voice, “Answer.” The maid flinched, “W… Well, I overheard him saying something about welcoming a new member of the clan soon. I think he wants to talk to you about that.” “We are having an additional member soon?” She muttered under her breath, “Who are they? The person we are going to be welcoming soon?” “I… I don't know. I just heard him saying that to Mister Carmen.” “Anything else?”“Um… Oh, it's a woman. The person that's coming is a woman, I think they said s
From Truth To Lies Chapter 79
Nyx's Pov “Mistress?” I crossed my arms, glancing between the two of them, "Why the hell are you calling me that?"Gertitude opened her mouth to answer, but before a single word could leave her lips, Alden moved. It was quick, too quick. One moment he was standing beside me, and the next, he had gripped my wrist and pushed me through the massive double doors of the mansion."Alden!" I started, but he cut me off with a sharp glance."Later.” He murmured, his voice low but firm, “You can talk to them later.” Confused but not wanting to make a scene, I let it go, for now. Instead, as I stepped inside, all my previous thoughts vanished. My jaw nearly dropped at the sheer grandeur of the interior.The place was magnificent."Ooooh." I breathed, my eyes drinking in the towering marble columns, the golden chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, and the rich mahogany floors that stretched endlessly. The entire mansion radiated power, wealth, everything that I liked. I spun in a slow circle,
From Truth To Lies Chapter 78
Nyx's Pov “Woah. This city is huge.” I stared at the huge towers in the sky, and the car that sped past us. “I thought you had been to the capital previously.” Alden murmured as he stood behind me, leaving forward so his head was resting on my shoulders. Liam stood beside me, holding my hand with his little box in tow. It had been quite a few months and Liam already looked so well fed, he was getting taller as well. But regarding what Alden said about him… I narrowed my eyes, time would tell who Liam really was. “Well, it's not like I would stand to admire the entire place while I was on a mission.” I huffed, using my elbow to push Alden off my body, “Anyways, why are you being so touchy nowadays? It's weird.” “I've always been touchy Nyx, physical touch is my love language.” Alden winked at me and I shivered. “Weird, you're definitely drunk on something.” I shook my head, shifting away from him. Alden let out a low chuckle, unbothered by my glare, “Drunk on you, maybe.”I groan
From Truth To Lies Chapter 77
Chapter 77 Nyx's Pov “So we are heading over to the capital?”“Yes.” Alden’s voice was calm but firm. He leaned back against the couch, his gaze sharp as he studied me, “We've received news that some people are probing for your identity. It could be the Capriennes. Rather than letting them catch us off guard, it's better to be prepared and go to the capital ourselves.”I crossed my arms, “And just walk straight into their territory?”Alden smirked, “What, scared?”I rolled my eyes, “Hardly. But you of all people should know walking into enemy territory without a plan is suicide.”His smirk widened, his emerald-green eyes twinkling with amusement, “Who said we don’t have a plan?”That made me pause. Of course, Alden always had a plan.I let out a slow breath, trying to suppress the ache still lingering in my ribs. Though I had mostly recovered, I wasn’t at full strength yet. Alden noticed my discomfort instantly. He always did.Without a word, he reached for me, his warm hand resting
From Truth To Lies Chapter 76
Author's Pov “Sir Ethan, the laboratory has been destroyed.” A man dressed in black bowed as he entered the room, placing a folder on the table. The man that was seated picked the folder up, opening up and staring at the pictures inside. “It was blown up?” “Yes. There's nothing left of that place other than rubbles, it seems like the bombs were placed from inside itself, in specific locations so there would be nothing left.” “Hm… Do you know who did this? Victor must have offended someone for them to not only kill him in such a brutal manner but blow up everything in there.” The man questioned. “Yes. We were able to catch a glimpse of the people who blew them up using the hidden drones. It was Alden Black Lombardi…” “Alden? He has no business with Victor if I can remember, they barely know each other. So there's no reason for him to do something like this.” “Actually… There was someone else who was spotted with him and we were just able to identify who the person was.” Ethan r
From Truth To Lies Chapter 75
Nyx's Pov “So I'm much stronger now?” I asked with excitement. “It seems so. Although the drugs did not modify your body the way Victor wanted it to, it still caused some changes but now that you're awake, we need to run you some tests.” Alden said, he placed his hands on my waist, helping me stand up. Slowly, I got up from the bed, my legs were shaky and a part of my ribs still hurt, I hadn't finished healing yet. Also, I seemed to be forgetting someone… Oh! “Alden, what about that little guy, Liam?” I questioned as we walked outside. Alden shrugged, “He is in his room, he doesn't know you're awake yet, he normally comes to your room everyday to check up on you, it seems he is attached to you already.” “Oh. Have you been able to find out anything about him? Or who his parents are?” “I barely have the time to take care of you, Nyx. But still, I can't help but think that guy has a motive for coming with you, he seems odd. Too odd.” “Odd? How?” “When your eyes are healed, you'l
From Truth To Lies Chapter 74
Nyx's Pov I chuckled, “But no… You just had to show yourself to me because you wanted to experiment on me. Such a pity, that your plan backfired on you. Well, it's already night time for you, Victor. It's time to go to sleep.” I picked up a random object from the ground and spun it in my palms. It was a metal rod, but it was sharp enough to impale someone. I stalked towards him, kneeling right beside his head. I raised my hands up with the rod on it and with a smile on my face, “Goodbye Victor, I hope you rot in hell.” And then brought the rod into Victor's chest. Blood instantly pooled around his body and just in case I had missed any vital points, I took out the rod and plunged it into his neck multiple times until his neck was literally separated from his shoulders. Sighing, I shifted away from the bloody puddle and leaned on the wall, breathing heavily. The sound of rapid footsteps pounded through the corridor. My head lolled to the side just as Alden burst into the room, his sh
From Truth To Lies Chapter 73
Nyx's Pov “Hahaha.” I chuckled amidst the pain, “You should have known that Helena would never be able to win against me. I even gave her a chance to kill me since I was weak, but she still wasn't able to. That says a lot about her and you as well. But let me tell you something, your plan would not work. Whatever you think I will help you do, I won't do it at all!” Victor chuckled, shaking his head, “Oh, my dear Nyx, you have no idea, do you? But don’t worry…” His fingers trailed along the side of the bed, tapping against the cold metal, “By the time this transformation is complete, you will understand exactly what you were meant to be.”The word transformation sent a chill through me, even through the overwhelming fire of my changing body. I gasped, my vision flickering as my bones snapped again, shifting into something other. My nails dug into my palms, but something was wrong. They weren’t just nails anymore, they were beginning to grow longer. My heartbeat pounded in my ears. M
