CHAPTER 55

ADRIAN

"I hope you're happy, Veronica."

My words were empty and devoid of any emotions. I was haggered and hurt, stressed and tired but I couldn't wait to go to the Eastern wing of the palace once we reached Cosmos Kingdom. I didn't care that the sky was still at it's darkest when we arrived at Cosmos. My soldiers said not even a word, seeing as they saw the sad expression on my face and no sign of Aria. They offered me their silence and I appreciated it.

I got down from my horse and looked up at the palace which once upon a time was everything to me but now it was empty. Quiet. Cold. The pain was different, your mate leaving you without a rejection. We loved each other. We flourished together. We had thesame prospects and needs in our lives. Most of all we desired each other. But Veronica, was the cause. She had to be punished. Every soul responsible for this tragic act had to be punished.

"No, Adrian. I am..." I couldn't resist it now. I struck her face with all the strength I had