Dark..."I left my room after waiting for hours for mom to return as she promised. I was not like Ezra, who could sleep peacefully without a bedtime story. He was already drooling.Getting to her room, I turned on the light, but she wasn't there. I turned it off and headed to the kitchen; perhaps she was making something there. She always insisted on making some snacks by herself. She wasn't there either.I wanted to go back, but then I decided to ask Dad where my mother is.However, as I was coming, he was heading out. He seemed to be in such a hurry, and repeatedly, he looked back. It was suspicious enough, so I followed him."My body is already drenched in sweat, so I remove the blanket and lock the door instead before continuing reading."... We walked a very long way until we got to a lonely track.He looked back for the last time, making me dodge behind the walls. He must have ascertained that no one was behind him.He went inside the abandoned black gate. Where I followed him t
VERONICA"That has been pretty long. You must have had a very tough life."She smiles shyly. Obviously, she is trying to avoid all of my questions, but I won't let that happen.I fake my own laughter, trying to get my next question right. "You must have known the two princes from when they were tender."" Yes..." She answers to her own surprise."Then what happened to their mother?" I ask, shoving my food desperately into my mouth."Nothing," she says, avoiding my gaze."You are not a good liar, Jane. Eat more. You can trust me." I try to convince her while forcing a spoonful into her mouth."I am sorry. But I can't do this. I can't talk about them because I am not worthy of it. Forgive me, my princess," she stands up hurriedly, bows her head almost to her knees, and says."You can't?. It's not like anyone is listening to you now. " She wasn't going to talk again. Maybe she knows what I think I know, or do they really forbid them from talking about their Luna for no reason?"How is y
VERONICA.I am dying to read more from 'Dark," but I am unsure if I should. I don't know what I will find next in that manuscript.I dressed up to go meet Alice. It's totally unfair that I have not gone to see her even once. I wear a more free gown. I can't hold up to almost suffocating myself. I grew up in comfortable large joggers and a polo or hoodie, depending on the weather.I had previously made a request for more simple and normal gowns and joggers with the fear of being rejected, but surprisingly, I wasn't. I was given a box of different gowns but not even a single pair of joggers.The distance was a bit much to get to my old room, which I heard is now for Alice alone.Once I got to the door, I tried to enter, but it was locked from the inside. I shake the door knob repeatedly, only to hear a shocking word."Don't break my door; learn some manners and knock ass*hole!"It was definitely Alice's voice. It's not a trance or something. How dare,..I shook the door continuously and
Veronica.Reality has downed on me now, and I manage to find my way back to my room with just one question in my mind: "Why Alice?" And why me". Yes, I get that she is my friend, but she is too little to help me in anyway, and I feel so jealous that she is what she is. I'm not really jealous, though; it would have been better if she was older."Oh shit!. It's today". I finally stand up from my bed with a strange headache and an aching eye. Thank God I circled the 28th date on my calendar; if not, I would haveunintentionally skipped the whole ritual.I was given an invitation to the king's coronation ritual. Who the "so king is"—I do not know—and who I root for between prince Ezra and his brother—definitely none of them.However, I know that at the end of the ritual, which will take how many days or so, I will no longer be a princess. I will be a Luna. My position will be defined. I am not bothered by it either. It's not like I have a girlfriend myself.The coronation was meant to hap
VERONICAIlook forward to the appearance of the two princes. Theophilus has announced that they will soon come to the stage. I don't know who he is, but the way he dressed shows he isn't just a commoner; he is more, maybe a cabinet member.A few minutes had passed, and they weren't there yet. I feel so much tension as I adjust my position on the chair. I look far behind me, thinking that perhaps they will come from there, but they aren't anywhere in sight.However, the beating of drums and sudden enchantment, which I think is praise singing to the king, It was so absurd to my ears. I carefully covered my mouth in a way no one would notice because I might not be able to control my laughter.It saved me. I almost burst out laughing when the two princes were matching into the square with a bizarre traditional hunter's dress. I know that inwardly, Prince Ezra would have never imagined wearing those outfits.Thankfully, no one noticed me as I looked around me; however, I caught a wicked gl
VERONICA I stand up from my sit, ready to go back to my room before the others. My husband was right there panting heavily like someone that did a hard labour. I didn't mind his stare at me as i drag myself and my gown away from the courtyard. "Where the hell do you think you are going?" Emily muttered between her teeth to me as our eyes met."Away" I demonstrate with my hand. It seems they are all waiting for food to be served but the real fact is that I am not a foodie. I might rather starve.However as the 'old king stood, my waist unconsciously dragged my butt back to my chair. What? They weren't done. What was I thinking?! I haven't even read the speech I was given to read. This is so frustrating. I was literally the only one standing. I am so embarrassed that I wish the ground could swallow me up. The king moved a few step forward to address his subjects although not without aid. His health is probably getting worse unfortunately I pray he lives long enough untill I am read
VERONICAOne side of the old steeple temple was covered with weird clothing.The other side contained a small house, where a woman came out once we stepped foot in the compound.The fowl smell and the reeking smell of blood soaking down the soil hovered in the air, and I covered my nose in disgust.Different animals pile up against each other. It was a horrific sight to behold. I had to draw back, waiting for the others to walk far ahead with my hands still covering my nose."Walk faster, Veronica." Eva waved her hand to me; although she didn't say a word, I knew that's what she meant.I increased my pace until I got to where they were standing."We shouldn't have come here," I murmured, looking carefully at the ground to avoid stepping on something that could possibly ruin my dress. I get disgusted so easily."Then you can go back; it's not too late." Prince Ezra's sarcasm was clearly evident in his words. I simply sighed loudly."You can come inside now," a woman, whom I guess is th
VERONICAI have heard about that forest countless times from my grandmother. She warned me never to enter it. I never knew her reason was because I do not have a wolf.The forest of Ravenswood breeds all threats to werewolves' lives. There are evil spirits flocking around. There are werewolf hunters looking for prey to kill. They are leaves that could be poisonous to us. There are so many things I am going to find out today."I should hold my funeral before I enter there," I murmured to myself. "Scared" is an understatement of how I feel at the moment. The king sure doesn't like me, or even my sight. I am sure his two sons are as well, and this is my first time meeting Eva.What if all this was their plan to get rid of me? I should probably run now that it's still earlier. I could run from this pack to another pack very far away."What are you doing? We are fvcking running out of the damn time! Vera," Prince Grimgor growls.Look, he called me Vera; maybe there was a plan to kill me af
Phew!. And it's a wrap! ..Do leave a review and tell me what you think. 🌹Honestly, Grimgor and Veronica are two of my favorite characters I’ve written, and I want to thank everyone who helped bring my imagination to life.To my beta readers, Lorrie Ann may thank you for your gems. Whorepapa, Flora, Latisha, Debbie, and Jamie.💜🌹And for all those who left a review and will still leave a review, thank you for your encouragement and feedback.To my editor and proofreader for their tireless work throughout my journey with Grimgor and Veronica. I love you more💜.To myself for the beautiful cover..😀💜More of my books will be released soon. I am considering a werewolf too (you can change my mind though), but first I will have to complete my ongoing books.My billionaire romance book has only 7,000 words. I would have loved to start a daily update on it next month, but due to my exams, I would shift it to September You can follow me on Instagram at @splen_doria.I'll meet you all in
KING GRIMGOR'S POVIt's been ten years since I and Veronica have been together. Today was our wedding anniversary.Ten whooping years wasn't easy, but guess who made it easier, Veronica? No, not just twins; we also have another. Baby girl,. I guess we will call it a wrap.I always knew that Veronica was like a moon goddess sent to earth. Her powers were so great that everyone from different packs and clans came to seek her out.Josh stands in the garden holding a flower. He is so much like me. No. He was just me when I was much younger.He was incredibly smart. More than I was. He was already talking about meeting his wife and loving her more than I loved his mother.I doubt there is a greater love than the one I have for Veronica."What are you doing staring at your son, daddy? I thought I was your favorite?" Judy said. I wonder how long she was standing and staring at us both. The last I remembered, she was there with her brother, picking flowers in my mother's garden."Oh, my baby.
Four years later.,"Judy!" I called my four-year-old girl. She ran as fast as she could and got to my room, only for her to withdraw.Yes, mummy," she answered, quietly seeing the mess she caused in my room."What the Fuck did you do to my room?" I asked. There is no need to be sure whether she was really the culprit. The expensive lipstick Grimgor got for me when he went to Italy was all over her face."Mom!" "Answer me." She looked at me like she would rather walk out than answer."You are using the F word, mommy," Judy said. I bit my lips from the inside. I could easily make a mistake in front of Josh, and he will let me be."Come here, bring your butt. You need some serious spanking!" I went towards her, but the little... (opps, I promised not to abuse her again)... Ran away for me to chase her.I did, and I was going to give her more than just a spank when I caught up with her.Judy knows the right direction to run. She stopped at her father's feet, smili
In a place we're they was nothing but darkness emerged two bright lights. Each light show brighter than the sun itself ."Damn. Where is that bloody fellow" Ezra muttered to himself looking around ad the whole vampires that gathered where seeking for a refuge to hide themselves away from the lights. "Where is he?. Your boss I mean" he said again with all seriousness. But got no response. It was weird for both him and sam that the vampire king didn't show up..Some men managed to pose for fight against them. "Drop your swords helpless fellow, yes I will kill you all but at least I wanted it to be a painless death" Ezra bragged. He haven't fought for a while though because his over protective brother would not want him to get hurt. But even with all that, he still wasn't so much pressured because he has always being as good as grimgor. The men still insisted on fighting even with the light that was almost burning their skin. Probably to buy time before the vampire king will come.
The D-Day.Everyone was already prepared for the day. Even those who were aware of what was going on and those who were not aware all felt the absolute quietness in the palace."Are you ready?" The former king, Friedrich, asked his son, who was dressed in his royal kingship attire,"Yeah, I guess," Grimgor said with an assuring smile. At that moment, he was thinking about how Veronica would react to waking up without him beside her."Let's go. Then," Fridolf said, taking the lead. King Grimgor hesitated a while before following him steadily behind his back.As they made their way through the dimly lit corridors of the palace, the weight of the impending ritual hung heavily in the air. The torches along the walls flickered, casting eerie shadows that seemed to dance with every step they took. Both father and son were lost in their thoughts, contemplating the challenges that lay ahead.King Grimgor couldn't help but feel torn between his duty as the ruler of the kingdom and his personal
King grimgor...Day one. One more day, and everything will end. Just that I might end with it also.Today, everything has been put in place. Our plans were being perfected, ready to be unleashed.I had to spend the whole day with my wife. That's why I made it free.I lifted the dumbbell weight for the hundredth time. I breathed heavily before dropping it to the side."What are you staring at, sunshine?" I watched Veronica lose herself in thought with her hands on her jaw.I have dragged her to work out with me.Dragged out, meaning that I had to carry her out of the bed before she ended up here. She answered sluggishly the first two times I called her to come to me, but the third time, I didn't wait for her to respond. I just lifted her from the bed and made her wear sportswear."How does this seem so easy to you?" She asked after a long while."Easy? Not really so easy, but since I made up my mind to carry it, I did."Why don't I try? . Okay. Let me make up my mind." Veronica closed
Day one..Author's pov....There was news going around. Unfortunately, it had to skip King Grimgor and his ally. It was intentional.I overheard Viktor saying something to Grimgor's father. I was his secretary, so I know a lot more than I should. I never intended to eavesdrop.Never! But it just happens.Okay, today I was about to get a call across to the former king, King Ferdinand, when he asked me to stand outside and wait a little while."Do you suggest I stay put and watch all this, Viktor? What if things go wrong and my son ends up dead?" I was just outside when I heard"No, not really, my king. I trust your son, and he is not used to failing, so this won't be a lot for him like you think," a voice responded, whom I suppose to be Viktor.I know at this point I am supposed to walk out, but...I didn't walk out.Don't get me wrong, please. I don't eavesdrop on my seniors; I just couldn't walk out on such an interesting topic.I fvcking couldn't."You know how Aradumus could be?
KING GRIMGOR.Day Two..Two days for the ritual, and we are making just a little progress. I am worried after all this, and I just hope I do survive to take care of Veronica and our child."Your majesty, I found someone already." These words were soothing. We didn't want to invite an external body into our affairs, and it made it difficult to find someone except my brother and Sam, who volunteered. I don't want to lose any of them at all."Perfect. " I heaved a sigh of relief. "Now all we have to worry about is the plan being successful", I said while swinging my sword in the air.I had to get myself ready too. I don't know how he himself is getting ready for all of this, but either I win or we both end up dead."Won't you at least rest a little, my king? You have a wife to look after," Sam suggested. I stared at him, knowing fully well that he doesn't understand the weight of this whole thing."No rest for winners; I never planned to lose," I said. Lodging my sword on him, which he a
VERONICAI wouldn't just easily believe that the news I heard was about me, I cannot just be pregnant. It should be a good news after all I am married and my father in law has used the fact that I have no child yet as a base to taunt me.."I lay down, touching my stomach and wondering if my baby could hear me. Now, I just have to be sensitive of words I say so it would not feel that I love him less. Yes him, I actually want a baby boy. I never had a brother although not a sister as well. I don't really know how things will turn out next. "You should get going. Don't delay your work because of your pregnant wife. At least now that my sickness has being defined. It should be a normal thing for us" I said to grimgor. He needed a way to tackle his issue with the vampire king and I needed some space to tackle mine with his father. He seemed to be happier after hearing the news. His mouth refused to close properly as he just smirks now and then probably fantasying holding our baby's ha