Sibyl’s POVI went back to our yard alone and sat under the vine and began to think.Nuri's going to the south, near the witch's shrine.I have dreamed of that place countless times in my dreams because it is said that my mom came from there.My mom died when I was born, so I had no memory of her, and no one in the palace dared to say her name. It was only when I was 12 that my adoptive mother Meggie whispered a few words about my mother.“I've never met your mom, and I don't know her name. But by the time I came to the palace, she had become a taboo. I only remember that she came from the south, near the witch's Holy Land...”Maybe if I go there, I can find my mother's family, I can know my mother's name.Before I got married, I always planned to escape the palace with my brother after I turned 18, but now that I'm stuck in marriage at Rodriguez Castle, I don't know when I'll be able to fulfill my dream...Wait! If Nuri could take me with him...The idea excited me, and my hands trem
Nuri’s POVI was surprised to see Manolo come to my camp.As the only descendant of the mermaid, Manolo seldom shows his face in public, but I saw him twice today.“What's your emergency?” It was dark, and if there was no emergency, I couldn't imagine why he was here.“May I go to the south with you tomorrow?”“Why?” I raised an eyebrow.If Manolo can come with me to find the dragon scale, I won't have to think about bringing my wife.There may be difficulties along the way. I frowned at the memory of her thin body.Manolo smiled. “I've been a recluse for so long, and it's time to go south and find the Chief Witch. I have some doubts and need her to read. You know, as mermaids, we have a rule that we can only predict other people's fates, not our own.”I nodded. “But hasn't the Chief Witch been gone for years?”“Some say she's dead, some say she's in hiding, but I want to find out for myself.”“No problem. You're welcome to join me. If there's anything you need, feel free to ask.”“Si
Sibyl’s POVNuri has been a bit strange these days. He would either force me to ride with him or stay in the carriage with me.He used to be cold to me, but these days he always wants to be with me.If it weren't for his unchanging face, I'd almost think he was possessed by witchcraft.I could only be careful with him and pray in my heart that we would get to our destination quickly.Three days later, when we finally reached Sunset Town, I jumped out of the carriage happily and took a deep breath.Wow, there's a smell of tropical fruit in the air here. Mangoes, pineapples, grapes, and coconuts. Those are all fruits I have seen in the palace but never eaten.“Madam, please take a look at my goods. They are good souvenirs.” An old woman came up with a basket to sell the goods.“Go away, don't come near us,” said Roth, a bearded knight-leader at Nuri's side, impatiently.“Oh, Dear Knight, your wife is so beautiful. Please buy her a pair of rabbit ears,” the old woman said to Nuri.“Rabbi
Sibyl’s POV “You are my wife...”“I can't take it anymore...”My brain is buzzing. The heat of the tub left me with a sense of unreality, Nuri's words haunting my mind.What's he putting up with?Nuri gasped. Every muscle of his body seemed to be supported by the best spears. His shoulders are twice as large as mine. His chest was as broad as an iron plate. The eight-pack abs were so tight that they became smaller at the waist, like the sturdy Jaguar I had seen in the palace.I can't imagine having s.ex with such a strong man. I feel like he could suffocate me at any moment.Leaving the hot water in the tub, my bare skin felt a little cold at night. The weather in the south is a little damp, and I feel a little sticky at the same time.“Relax.” His deep voice made me even more nervous. His rough, warm hands caressed my body. I instinctively raised my hands and tried to push his chest away.But it's futile. He grabbed both of my wrists with one hand and pressed my hands against the pi
Nuri’s POVWhen I got home, Sibyl was still asleep.She was lying in the bed where we made love last night. Her long brown hair lay algae-like on the pillow, her cheeks were rosy and delicate, and her eyelids were visibly swollen from her crying last night.Her swollen eyes were not as pretty as usual.The warm sun shone in through the window, gilding her sweet face with a soft golden light.I sat on the chair across from the bed with a book in my hand. But God knows I can't read a word. My eyes are fixed on Sibyl as she sleeps.After a while, she woke up.She yawned, then wrapped herself in the quilt and laid lazily on the bed. Although her eyelids were swollen from crying, her eyes were still as clear as water. She was lazy and dazed when she first woke up, looking at me blankly.I feel like I can't talk all of a sudden.What am I supposed to say to her?If she regrets what happened last night, will she blame me?She came to her senses and ducked under the covers like a fish, breath
Sibyl’s POVNuri is still as arrogant as ever, but he is not as cold to me as he used to be. He even showed some tenderness when it was just the two of us in the room.I feel more and more relaxed. In this beautiful town in the south, I can get rid of all the worries that used to bother me, and just be a happy 18-year-old girl.Oh, by the way, I found a rule. Every time after s.ex, Nuri likes to cuddle with me, stroking my hair and enjoying something with his eyes closed. He was always gentle at those moments, and he would listen to me quietly and agree with my words.Last night, after having s.ex, I lay meekly in his arms. I pushed his strong chest with my hand. “Can you take me with you tomorrow when you look for the Dragon Scale?”His eyes were still closed, and he looked relaxed. “It's too dangerous. Stay at home. If you're bored, you can ask your maid Amy to go shopping with you. I'll pay for it. When I find the Dragon Scale, I'll bring it back for you.”Oh, he said it again. I f
Sibyl’s POV“Nino has written at least 500 messages about the Dragon Scale, and we need some time to sort them out,” Wayde said, frowning.It would slow down our investigation. The more time we spend identifying information, the less time we have left to find the Dragon Scale.“I can help,” I said. “I know some details about the Dragon Scale. I can sift through the information.”“Really? That's great.” Wayde smiled at me with encouragement and kindness in his eyes.I wanted to help Nuri. I also wanted to prove that I was not a princess who would only slow us down.“How long do you need?” Nuri asked me.“If I worked day and night, I could process the information in two days.”Nuri thought for a moment. “We're in no hurry. You don't have to work at night. I'll give you four days.”“Thank you, that's enough.”We leave Nino's tavern for a restaurant that looks elegant.Manolo said, "This town is said to be famous for its lobsters. Although the purpose of our visit was to investigate the D
Sibyl’s POVIt was late at night, and Nuri didn't come home.According to the rules, he once told me, as his wife, I should wait for him to come home, serve him to change clothes, and shower before going to bed.After Amy, my servant, left, I sat on the blanket-covered sofa, staring at the flickering candle with my chin in my hands.Waiting for my husband was so boring, I sighed. I am not sleepy now, I simply took out a pile of paper recording the Dragon Scale, and then began to read it one by one.As I read, my brows furrowed. Each message seems to be true, but there is something wrong with it. Hundreds of pieces of information are mixed, making it more difficult to distinguish.I took a candle and read the news carefully under it.Everyone claimed to have seen the Dragon Scale, but they saw it at different times and places. There is only one Dragon Scale, and there cannot be so many people who have seen it.The information is too much. Suddenly, a thought crossed my mind: Since I ca