Lith's heart raced as her gaze caught sight of her parents' guards marching determinedly towards her from a distance. Panic gripped her, knowing that they had discovered her absence and were now searching for her. Without a moment's hesitation, she realized she had to flee.Her initial instinct was to run, to distance herself from the approaching guards as quickly as possible. Adrenaline surged through her veins, propelling her into a sprint as she darted through the crowd, desperately seeking refuge and anonymity.As she sprinted through the bustling streets, Lith's mind raced with thoughts of escape. Her breath came in rapid gasps, her footsteps pounding against the pavement, each stride taking her farther away from the encroaching guards. Fear mingled with determination, fueling her resolve to stay one step ahead of them.She weaved through the labyrinth of alleyways, her movements agile and swift. The familiar cityscape transformed into a maze of possibilities, where every corner
Lith woke up and saw her self in a luxurious room. The room exuded opulence and elegance. The walls were adorned with intricate tapestries and expensive artwork, while the furniture was made of rich, dark wood with plush velvet upholstery. The room was bathed in soft, warm lighting, casting a gentle glow on everything it touched. A crystal chandelier hung from the ceiling, sparkling with a thousand tiny prisms.The bed she was laid on was a grand masterpiece in itself. It was an ornate four-poster bed with intricately carved wooden frames and a canopy draped with flowing, sheer curtains. The mattress was plush and inviting, covered in silky, high-thread-count sheets. It was a bed fit for royalty, almost like the type she had at home, but this was more preferable.Lilith's heart pounded within her chest, her mind enveloped in darkness and trepidation. The haunting memories of her past in the old castle flooded her thoughts, conjuring images of confinement and despair. The mere possibil
The ringing of his phone jolted him, causing him to loosen his grip on Lilith's chin. He quickly retrieved his phone from his pocket, still squatted in front of her. As he answered the call, he spoke with urgency, his voice audible enough for Lilith to hear."Yes, this is chul Xavier. What do you have for me?" he said, his tone serious.Lilith listened intently as she heard only one side of the conversation, trying to piece together the information being shared. Chul's brows furrowed, and he nodded occasionally in response to the person on the other end of the line. The concern in his eyes deepened, and a flicker of desperation crossed his face."All right. Keep me updated. I need any lead you can find," he said before ending the call. He sighed heavily and ran a hand through his hair, contemplating the situation.He stood up, his gaze focused on the door, ready to leave without acknowledging Lilith's pain. But before he could turn the doorknob, her words halted him in his tracks."Is
He was taken aback by her sudden question, making his lashes fluttered as he didn't expect the little maiden in front of him to be so ignorant and demanding."What?""I want you to be my husband," she said, making his eyes widen even more, while she had a smile on her face.He turned away from her with a scoff, and suprise written on his face."We only met once, but you want me to marry you? You must be out of your mind. I should have never helped you escape," he said, making her smile fade away."I am not out of my mind. You are strong enough to go against my parents. You are not in good terms with the frontal pack. If we get married, they might kick me out. That is exactly what I want," she said happily, while he stared at her with an unfathomable expression on his face, but she didn't care."I cannot believe I ran into the perfect potential husband," she said and stretched her hands towards Chul and heaved a sigh, while he only shifted his liquor cup and placed his hands on the tab
Lilith stood in the bathroom, feeling a mix of emotions swirling within her. Anger, sadness, and a sense of helplessness washed over her as she stared at her reflection in the mirror. The steam from the shower slowly filled the room as she undressed, her mind still fixated on the life that awaited her.As she stepped into the shower, the warm water cascaded down her body, attempting to wash away not only the physical grime but also the weight of her impending fate. The sound of the water masked the sound of her sobs, allowing her a brief moment of privacy to gather her thoughts.With each drop of water that hit her skin, she reaffirmed her determination to stand up for herself. She wouldn't let her dreams and desires be cast aside for the sake of tradition or societal expectations. The steam began to clear her mind, offering a small glimmer of hope amidst the darkness of her situation.After what seemed like an eternity, Lilith emerged from the bathroom, draped in a towel. As she walk
On the porch of a houseboat situated in the vast expanse of the sea, Lucas found respite as he leaned against the weathered wooden railings. With his hands calmly folded behind him, he gazed out at the river with a vacant expression, lost in his own thoughts.Meanwhile, Lucas's youthful uncle emerged from the interior of the houseboat and joined him on the porch. Like Lucas, he found solace in the familiar embrace of the sturdy railings. As he stared out into the endless expanse of the sea, his eyes filled with anticipation."We will soon reach the destination known as the blue sea pack," he spoke softly, conveying a sense of excitement mixed with a touch of nostalgia."Yes. I did not know it would take me this long to return," Lucas replied, his voice filled with a hint of regret."But Lucas, why did Mr. Ezekiel forbid you from returning to the Blue Sea Pack? I doubt you caused any problem. Did you have a problem with someone in the Blue Sea Pack?" his uncle inquired, concern evident
Lilith stepped out of the grand old castle, her eyes widening in awe as she took in the sight before her. The interior of the castle was nothing like she had imagined. The walls were adorned with intricate tapestries, depicting ancient scenes of valor and romance. The polished marble floors reflected the soft glow of chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, casting a warm and inviting ambiance.She had spent most of her time confined to her room, her world limited to the walls that held her captive. The beauty and grandeur of the castle's interior were a revelation to her. The air seemed to hum with history and secrets, whispered tales of a bygone era.As she descended the stairs, her footsteps muffled by the plush carpeting, she noticed a group of female soldiers dressed in white uniforms following closely behind her. Their presence added a solemn and guarded atmosphere to the scene, their purpose not lost on Lilith.The soldiers, who had been assigned to ensure her safety and obedience
Lucas sat slightly bowed towards Park Deggy, who nodded at him with a warm smile before taking his seat."Have you been well, my lord?" Lucas asked as he straightened his posture."I'm no longer the advisor; Alex is the advisor now," Park Deggy replied with a smile. Despite his wisdom, he always carried a youthful demeanour."Come on," Alex sighed as he sat beside Lucas, facing Park Deggy."Uncle, I feel uneasy whenever someone calls me that. Can you take the position again and let me just assist you?" Alex pleaded, placing his hands on his chest."Forget it, I have become so carefree," Park Deggy said, shaking his body lightly."What do you do these days?" Lucas asked, his smile curious."I farm and do household chores. Lucas, I have prepared a grand feast just for you," Park Deggy declared with an intense gaze and a smile on his face. He stretched his hands towards both of them, but Alex's face immediately turned pale."Did you do the cooking, uncle?" Alex asked, hoping his uncle ha
As the priest awaited Lilith's response, she hesitated for a moment, her mind caught in a whirlwind of uncertainty. She had meant her previous words as a question, a plea for clarification. But the priest, oblivious to her intended meaning, assumed she had responded affirmatively and proceeded with the wedding ceremony.Lilith's heart sank as the realisation dawned upon her. She glanced around, searching for any sign of understanding in the eyes of those present.It was then that she locked eyes with Alpha Chul, her partner in this complicated journey. He was the only one who caught on to her confusion, his perceptive gaze seeing beyond the surface.A sly smirk slowly graced Chul's lips, understanding passing between them. He knew what Lilith had intended to convey, and he relished in the amusing turn of events. It was a fleeting moment of shared humour amidst the seriousness of the occasion.As the ceremony continued, Lilith couldn't help but feel a mix of frustration and amusement.
As his canines grew long and sharp, Chul bit into the in-between of Lilith's neck and shoulder, causing her to wince in pain and cry out. He licked away the blood from the bite mark before tenderly placing soothing kisses on her, trying to comfort her as she cried against his shoulder. However, she suddenly pulled away from him, pushing him away forcefully."I fucking hate you," she cried, her hands covering the bitten area as she continued to feel the pain."I'm sorry. Let me help you soothe the pain," Chul offered, genuinely concerned for her well-being. However, Lilith immediately stopped him from approaching her."I don't need your help," she said, her voice filled with anger and hurt. She tried to retrieve her rolling travel box from him, but as her hand brushed against his, she quickly pulled back, feeling a rush of spark between them."What's wrong with your hands?" she asked, her gaze fixated on his, her tone a mix of curiosity and confusion. She managed to snatch her box aw
Xavier could now see the similarities that he never saw in Lilith before. She looked more matured, and he noticed a certain beauty about her that seemed to be a combination of her own and someone else's. As he watched her, she placed the brush on the counter and ran her hands across its surface with a sad expression on her face. She then turned away from the mirror, picked up her rollable traveling box, and began walking out of the room.From the reflection in her mirror, Lilith had caught sight of Chul seated in her room, but she pretended as though she didn't see him. She avoided his piercing gaze and hurriedly moved toward the door. However, before she could open it and escape, he stopped her by placing his hands on hers, which were on the doorknob. This action made her freeze, her shoulders tensing up.Slowly, Xavier removed her hands from the doorknob and took her rolling bags from her. He gently made her turn toward him, but she kept her gaze fixed on the floor, avoiding his ey
Alpha Chul kept staring blurrily at Lilith's already dilated pupils."But your eyes... they are in shades of golden colors. Or are my eyes deceiving me because I'm about to die?" he asked weakly, his voice barely audible. His gaze remained fixed on her eyes, though they appeared blurry to him.Lilith's heart ached as she heard his feeble words. She knew time was running out, and the urgency in his voice only intensified her fear. "You need to leave, Lilith. I've mind linked the warriors, and they will come for you," he urged, his gaze locked on her dilated pupils. Slowly, his eyelids closed, sealing his vision in darkness.Tears welled up in Lilith's eyes as she cried out, "Alvin, please don't leave me!" Determined not to let him go without a fight, she hastily removed his shirt, tossing it aside, as if shedding the weight of their impending doom.As her gaze fell upon his bare torso, a gasp escaped her lips. It was a sight that tore at her soul—his flesh marred by numerous bullet wo
The war raged on with a ferocity that filled the air with the sounds of battle. Explosions and the clash of weapons reverberated through the night, creating an atmosphere fraught with danger. Lilith, seated in the car, watched as chaos unfolded around her. Fear gripped her heart, rendering her immobile. The sight of the violent conflict unfolding before her eyes overwhelmed her with a sense of terror.However, a surge of determination coursed through Lilith's veins as she recalled her promise to protect Alpha Chul. Summoning every ounce of courage within her, she took a deep breath and mustered the strength to step out of the car. Her bow and quiver of arrows hung securely behind her, ready to be unleashed.Stepping onto the battlefield, Lilith felt her heartbeat pounding in her ears, the adrenaline coursing through her veins. She found a strategic position, ensuring she had a clear line of sight. Taking a moment to steady her trembling hands, she focused on her task at hand.As she
Alpha Alvin walked into the gym room where the warriors were preparing for the war."If you're going to war, Lilith, you need to know how to defend yourself because I'll be at the battlefront and I can't take you there with me," Alpha Chul stated, his voice filled with concern as he walked around her. They stood in the spacious gym room where the warriors were preparing for the upcoming battle.Lilith shrugged, a hint of determination in her eyes. "I can defend myself, don't worry."He arched an eyebrow. "And how do you plan to defend yourself?""I can shoot arrows. I saw it in her memory, and I have a strong feeling that I can do it," she replied confidently.Alpha Chul motioned for one of the warriors to bring him a bow and arrow. The warrior promptly fetched the requested items and handed them to him."Alright, Lilith. See that target over there? If you can propel the arrow and hit the bullseye, then you can come with us," he explained, placing the arrows in her hands before steppi
Alpha Chul crouched to the floor as he felt a sudden pain in his heart, as though an important element in his life was about to leave."Annabelle, please don't leave me. Lilith, come and hug me now. Annabelle is about to go away from my heart... go away from there so you wouldn't get pulled in," Chul pleaded, his voice filled with desperation. He saw tears streaming down Lilith's face, and his instinct was to run to her, but in her attempt to reach him, her footing slipped on the edge of the cliff, causing her to fall backward.A surge of panic filled Lilith as she plummeted, but she managed to grab hold of a stone jutting out from the cliff's edge. Hanging on for dear life, she heard Chul's voice calling out her name as he peered down the cliff."I can't hold on for too long. I have no idea why I want to live now," she yelled, her voice trembling with fear."Take my hand," Chul offered, extending his hand toward her. As soon as she grasped his hand, a flood of memories rushed throug
Lilith woke from her sleep, her eyes fluttering open. She felt a lingering sensation, a memory that seemed vivid yet out of place. Her heart raced with confusion as she glanced around her room, realizing that she was alone."Was that my memory?" she pondered silently, her voice laced with uncertainty. The image of Alpha Chul, her mate, laying on her with her long hair caressing his face, had been so clear. But now, in the emptiness of her room, it could only mean that it had been a dream.Tears welled up in her eyes, and her voice cracked with a broken heart. "Was it all just a dream?" she murmured, her disappointment washing over her. The memory had felt so real, so intimate, and now it was ripped away from her.Frustration surged through her, overwhelming her senses. She yelled in anguish, throwing her cushion aside and succumbing to a torrent of tears. The weight of confusion and longing pressed upon her, intensifying the pain she felt.As she rose from her bed, voices began to ech
Immediately gripping the doorknob, Lilith forcefully swung the door open and rushed out of the room in a state of panic. However, her frantic escape came to an abrupt halt as she sensed the presence of the ghostly figures standing before her. Panic washed over her, and before she could gather her thoughts, she instinctively turned away, only to sense another presence behind her. Overwhelmed by fear and unable to think clearly, she dashed towards the nearest door she saw, desperately locking it behind her.Meanwhile, Alpha Chul sat in his room, drowning his sorrows in liquor while memories of his past with his deceased mate consumed his thoughts. After witnessing Lilith's terrified reaction in the woods, he became convinced that she had encountered a ghost. Observing her flee from the woods, he detected the presence of a rogue wolf nearby, prompting him to unsheathe his sword with difficulty. Determined to protect Lilith, he vanished into the depths of the dark woods, pursuing the t