~Asher~ Ross knew the right thing to do in this situation as he got busy with Tristan doing anything and saying anything that would distract him to even notice or bat an eye at me. The decision to make was right there, staring at me without glasses. I had to make a decision and choose between two options like I had four years ago. I had to choose in between keeping her safe or keeping her with me to fulfil my own desires. I wish I could be selfish right now and keep her against all odds but I knew exactly what that meant. I sighed deeply as a few days ago I was happy I was getting my mate back. Was busy coming up with plans that would bring her back into my arms even though I could see how much she wanted nothing to do with me. But now it’s another story, what if it takes another four or more years before I can figure out who was behind those notes. I was going crazy and I know it. It was a lot to take in after basking in joy that I could finally have my peac
~Hazel~ Wasn’t such a long day as I spent my time on my phone looking through every article that talked about the mysterious weapon that killed mythical creatures. I had gone through a thousand pictures and I still couldn’t remember anything or even see half pictures in my head. They didn’t look familiar at all and it hurt as it settles in that I might really not be getting any memory back and might likely not be able to help Tristan like i planned to. I know he said it was fine but I really wanted to do this for myself. I wanted to do something for him to feel I wasn’t always in need of help but could render some too. Who exactly was I kidding? I guess I’ll forever be indebted to him and let him handle this the way he wants to handle it. I guess I should have really not agreed to letting Asher continue in these lands. I bite my lips slowly as my mistake registered deeply. I had completely ignored every one of Marcus ' efforts to distract me and force me to liste
~Hazel~ A little saddening to notice that Jaden was fine and didn’t seem in the bit bothered about my whereabouts or my presence at home with him. I took his word for it so I could relieve myself of the guilt and the disturbing thoughts of whether he’ll be fine without me. I had to understand that he was a big boy like he claimed and I could go on with my plans without blowing my covers. Got home to meet Jaden and Rose at the dining table sitting and ready to eat without me. I can remember clearly texting her, telling her that I was going to be home for dinner and she could heat up whatever we had in the fridge before I got back. With my lips closed together in a thin line I stood just right behind the door as I let myself in as it wasn’t locked. What?! Just because I wasn’t almost always around and now they are a lot comfortable having dinner without me? I moved closer to them as they had their plate in front of them with their spoons in hand. “So you b
~Hazel~ I Got up early ready to do my normal routine that was becoming the new normal. Atleast I got to sincerely laugh last night which felt good and relaxing. I was expecting Rose to push on with her drama and come right straight into my room demanding I feed her with any news. With the look on her face which was dark and looked exactly like one of those look that spelt out cruelty. I literally thought for a second there that I had done something wrong to her. I pushed thoughts of last night to the back of my mind as I had pressing matters to face today. “I’ll need you to comply with whatever I ask you to do tomorrow and trust me that it will keep him away for good.” His words now freshly re echoed and it was all I could think of. I hadn’t thought of it because of the shocker prank but now I was in the clear after a good night's sleep of blowing every unwanted thought and picture out of my head. What does he want me to do that could possibly send Ashe
~Hazel~ I stepped out of the car waiting for Tristan to come over to me before going in and suddenly our eyes met and he held it there in place staring straight into my eyes with his silver grey eyes a little softer than it ever was. Tristan’s voice broke our eye contact as he came to stand beside me and held my hands in his. “Are you ready to go in?” He asked for my attention as I turned to look up at him. “Yes I am, let’s go and see what we can make.” I told him with a smile as we faced the building and turned to walk right in. He wasn’t there anymore. He was standing close to the entrance a few minutes ago but he wasn’t there all of a sudden. “Are you looking for someone? Marcus isn’t here” he asked as his words reminded me clearly that everyone here were strangers and the only person I could be looking for was Marcus and he wasn’t here. “No, I just thought I saw something.” I composed myself with my hands still in his as I pushed whatever I saw in Asher’s
~Hazel~ “Trust me when I say he doesn’t want me standing so close to you, I could just have my legs cut off.” That was all he said as he moved elsewhere leaving me alone standing right in the middle of everyone. ‘What? Didn’t he bring me here himself?’ I scoffed just at the thought of it. They all looked busy as their eyes were fully fixed on their business and thankfully they didn’t look my way. This building wasn’t exactly built for resting or relaxing as there wasn’t any seats in sight but I scanned the whole place and finally found something I could sit on. I sat just where I could face them and try to make anything out of their body movement. I honestly didn’t know if I should keep my eyes on them or look elsewhere as Tristan’s words of taking care of it lingered right in my head. If I was right and saw clearly , the look on his face right now was that of investment. He looked so invested in what he was doing and I don’t know why that makes me a lot susp
~Asher~I wanted to catch a glimpse of her face before I fully made up my decision. I knew he was close by and that he was going to come with her. Just a look at her beautiful face and I could calm this raging storm in me. That I was left with the same decision years ago and my response was expected to be the same wasn’t calming at all. I couldn’t put her life in danger because I love her and she’s my mate. Did I sin gravely in my past life that they are taking away all my chances to be with my mate. I watched her come down from his car first and I got to stare at her beautiful face for those few seconds that looked like eternity. That was my one time to engrave every look I could get from her and store them in my heart. I know he saw me as he quickly moved to her side, cutting our eye contact. I went back in to meet Ross and ask if there wasn’t any sudden news. I didn’t want to leave her ever again but no leads meant her life was in danger and I wouldn’t do that
~Tristan~I’ve held back for way too long with him. I notice every of her movements and reactions towards him and I only ignore the pain it causes in my chest because it was Hazel, and I couldn’t be angry at my Wolfy. He was the problem here and I needed him out of my territory no matter what it took. There were a lot of things I turned a blind eye to, not because I really wanted to but because I had to for her sake. She was going to make the same mistake all over again and I wouldn’t allow her to do that knowing it’ll break her. I personally took note right from the function night. It wasn’t hard to put one and two together knowing she was out for too long and Asher still wasn’t back. His beta did all to keep me seated and I allowed it knowing that if I stood up and went in search of her, this night wouldn’t go as peaceful for anyone as it seemed right now. I calmly waited for her return, prepared not to question as I gave her the doubt of not doing anything w
~Jaden~ We're sprawled out on the lush, dewy grass, the cool blades tickling my skin. Lily's back is against my chest, her hands on mine, which are relaxed on her lap. The night sky is a canvas of bright, vivid twinkling stars that are reflecting on the lake, and I feel a sense of wonder wash over me.I nuzzle my face into the curve of Lily's neck, inhaling the sweet scent of her skin. I feel a surge of excitement and happiness, and I smile, unable to contain my emotions."Molly," Lily says suddenly, her voice barely above a whisper.I sigh heavily, feeling a sting of guilt. "She lied to both of us," I mutter. "That bitch."Lily giggles. "Oh no, she was actually telling the truth to me," she says, her voice filled with amusement. "Well, except for the part about the lake, but yeah... She said good things about you. And she told me that you love me very much."I'm speechless, but then I laugh and plant a soft kiss at the base of Lily's neck. She shudders, breathing heavily agains
~Lily~ The twilight sky is a mixture of pinks and purples, the calm lake reflecting its serene beauty like a mirror. I sit on the bench, my heart racing with excitement and anticipation, but also a hint of anxiousness, like a butterfly fluttering in my chest.To be honest, Molly really placed me on the right track because I have almost forgotten the good moments Jaden and I have had together. I actually... want him. And I am very capable of giving him a second chance because of that.I pluck nervously at the hem of my dress, my fingers twitching with restless energy. Suddenly, I can hear footsteps, and now so accurately by the scent, I can tell it's not Jaden."Hey," Nova says, coming to stand in front of me with a smile on his face.He settles beside me, his weight causing the bench to creak softly. And lets out a deep, nervous sigh that draws my full attention to him."What are you doing here?""You..." He looks at me. "I'm here for you.""Oh!" I exclaim, shocked by his admission.
~Jaden~ I pace back and forth across my room, my footsteps echoing off the walls as anxiety gnaws at my insides. I stare at my hands, which are shaking like leaves, and jam them into my pockets, as if trying to physically restrain them."Damnit!" I let out a deep, heavy sigh, feeling the weight of my worry and impatience settling in.It's been a long while since I've felt this anxious. And I'm not just anxious about my upcoming coronation – I'm anxious because of Lily.But...There's no doubt in my mind that she'll listen to Molly; she's her friend, after all. But what if Molly can't convince her?I try to convince myself that everything will work out, but my heart is racing like a runaway train, my breath coming in short, sharp gasps."Gosh, Jaden, calm down," I whisper a stern warning to myself, my voice barely audible over the sound of my own ragged breathing and clamping my hand over my racing heart.Suddenly, there's a light and careful knock on the door, and I feel my heart ski
~Molly~ As I walk through the corridor, the sound of laughter and chatter carries from the main sitting room, a stark contrast to my own grouchy mood. I'm surrounded by people who seem to have found their silver lining, and it's almost ridiculous how optimistic they are.Meanwhile, I'm just trying to make it through the day, fueled by my desire for a satisfying meal and a long nap.The servants are a whirlwind of activity, racing from one place to another as they prepare the castle for Jaden's coronation. To be honest, it's all anyone can talk about, and as I enter the sitting room, I'm greeted by the sight of Tyler and Cameron inspecting Jaden's crown, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation.Approaching them, I plaster a bright, artificial smile on my face. "Hello," I wave at them, but they look at me like I'm an alien.Tyler's eyes narrow, his brow furrowed in a grim expression, as he mutters, "If you're looking for Jaden, he's at the garden with Kade." I sense a hin
~Lily~ I didn’t want for any arms to come grab like my heart was wanting right now. It was like my heart and head were wanting two different things and I’ll have to starve one. “I fully understand your standpoint and why you might want to reject him and sincerely I’ll ask you to do just that.” Molly uttered, turning me to face her as she had her hands on my shoulders, forcing me to face her. “You don’t think I should listen to him right?” It was different from when I was outside, shouting at the top of my lungs, screaming hard out all my pains. Now I was a lot calmer, the reality becoming so real that he was my mate and somehow I wasn’t so scared of it now that he wasn’t in front of me. It was like my heart already accepted it but my head was still trying to be very logical so we wouldn’t let the mate thing make me give in so quickly. “No, I don't think so. You have to protect yourself Lee.” Her eyes didn’t waver and she moved to hold my hands in h
~Lily~ I followed the scent wherever it went, as each step I took led me straight outside. I loved it and if it was some cologne or a soap thing then I’ll gladly ask for the bake so I could use it also. My nose carried me a few more steps outside as the scent was becoming stronger. It was like some hard drug and I could feel Raya drown in it and only her mumblings could be heard. We covered a few more steps and he was standing there, with a smile on his face and a bouquet in his hand. “Mate!” Raya screamed out loud in my head that I stood frozen again to the ground, the second tint today. The scent was intoxicating but I remained rooted to where I was. I just didn’t know what to do as Raya kept on chanting mate! Mate! And I wouldn’t lie I vent like running into his arms but I held myself back. I stayed there, refusing to take one more step as his eyes glowed and they looked so attractive that I wanted to have a close look. Like I could read up the
~Lily~ “Hey Molly, open up!” I banged for the third time on her door, trying to get her to talk to me. “Come on Molly! I heard what happened and I don’t think you should be Inside all alone.” I tried my luck again and the same response I got for all the times I knocked was the same answer I got. I continued banging and saying everything I could but they were all to no avail as she didn’t open up. It was even more shocking and surprising that everyone else in this wing obviously did hear me banging so hard but they didn’t even bulge or think to check on where the loud banging sounds were coming from. It wasn’t a futile effort as I didn’t get a response or even heard a sound from her room. Thoughts on if she was even there crossed my mind but there was actually nowhere else she could actually be. I decided to finally take my life and hating to go back upstairs I just went anywhere my legs could take me. It was still very much bright and it
~Lily~ The sudden tapping at the door came not so quickly. I went back up as Tyler suggested I should, and I waited for cam to come like he said he would pass on the information. It definitely took him long enough.. “Hey lollipop” he broke into my thoughts again, this time it felt more like he asked for permission first because I could wait for a while, like he was waiting for a response to give him a go ahead. My tongue went bland as he was just right there, like he was standing in my head and also like he took a chair to sit with the way he sounded so comfortable. “You're not going to talk? Are you not happy to see me? Or rather happy to hear my voice? He spoke softly again, ringing like rhythm in my ear just like when he mindlinked me immediately he got back. I wasn’t trying to waste time or anything, I was busy taking in every single detail of how he sounded so different this time around. Honestly it really didn’t feel like an invasion be
~Jaden~ “Have you seen her yet?” It was the third time I was asking Kade through the mindlink. I wanted to see her after all those hours without having to see her. “She’s fine, I learnt that she has been in her room since yesterday.” Kade responded, pretty much doing his best to cover up the tiredness in his voice. I know I made them come all the way back without stopping to rest after the h*ll of a suprise battle we gave them. I was more glad we didn’t lose anyone so my surprise party could go as planned as I wanted. “She wasn’t bored right?” A lot of questions still needed to be asked as I hadn’t set my eyes on her yet. “If she was then we’ll have to question Molly, won’t we? And talking about her, how’s it going there?” He asked, his voice turning to that of seriousness, definitely interested in whatever I had to say next concerning this issue. “The court session is about to start and her parents are going to be charged after they question her.