"Nooo!" In the midst of her torment, Vanessa jolted awake, drenched in sweat, her heart racing and pounding in her chest. Alexander was there, kneeling beside her on the bed, his face filled with worry. He had been shaking her, calling out her name, and trying to bring her back to reality."Vanessa, I'm here," he said urgently, his voice etched with concern. "Wake up, please. It was just a nightmare."Tears streamed down Vanessa's face as she clung to Alexander, her body trembling. "I didn't sin, Alexander. I didn't betray anybody," she sobbed, her voice filled with anguish. "He's wrong. I'm not a whore."Alexander held her tightly, his hand providing solace and reassurance. "It's okay, Vanessa. It was just a nightmare," he said under his breath. "You didn't sin, and you didn't betray anyone. I'm right here with you," he said, his voice soothing.As Vanessa gradually calm down. Alexander's concern shifted to her physical well-being. He touched her forehead gently, and his eyes showed
Zoey woke up with a smile on her face, feeling refreshed and ready for the day ahead. The sunlight peeped through the window, casting a warm, yellowish-brown light onto the room's floor.She couldn't wait to explore the mansion and see what the day had in store for her. Her mind still find it's way back to Lynx, but she convinced herself that it would be better if she didn't think of him at all.She stretched her hand above her head and yawned, then hopped out of the bed and move to the washroom.The tiled floor felt cool under her feet as she turned on the faucet, letting the water flow and fill the tub. She then carefully stepped into the bathtub, feeling the warm water envelope her body and enjoying the soothing sensation it brought.She washed her hair with the sweet-smelling shampoo, massaging her scalp gently. After a leisurely bath, she grabbed the towel, and stepped out of the bathtub. Feeling contented, she left the washroom, ready to start her day. Her first plan was to go
After walking down the corridors of the top floor, she finally located Vanessa's chamber. She knocked a few times but there was no response, just as she was about to leave. A voice came from inside, "come in."Zoey gently pushed the door open, and found Vanessa sitting on the bed."Hey, Zoey," Vanessa greeted her, her voice filled with warmth."Hi, Vanessa," Zoey greeted back as she walked to sit beside her."This mansion is so enormous that I feel lost until I saw a maid that directed me to your chamber. How are you? Are you okay? You look somehow down," Zoey asked.Vanessa sighed and turned to face Zoey fully. "I'm good, Zoey. It's just that I sometimes feel overwhelmed by everything. Alexander is very caring, and I feel secure around him. Like I could face any sort of challenge knowing that I have him by my side. But then, it's hard to believe that he truly care about me. What if he is doing all this just for his child's sake? What if he doesn't truly care about me?"Zoey reached o
Zoey was in her room, she had heard about the upcoming conference and she couldn't help but feel a mix of curiosity and nervousness about it.Her mind drifted to Elliott and wondered why her path kept intertwining with him whether she liked it or not. And she found it quite annoying.She plopped down on her bed, throwing a fit and letting out all the frustration she had pent up inside. She cursed under her breath, calling Elliott all sorts of names. "That darn bully! What does he think of himself," she muttered angrily. Feeling suffocated by her own anger, she realized she needed some fresh air. She swung open the door of her room, only to find Elliott standing there, looking at her with a raised eyebrow as though asking why she looked that disheveled."Urgh, my goodness. What are you doing here now?" Zoey snapped, her anger bubbling to the surface again. "Were you peeping and eavesdropping on me?" she asked while glaring at him.Elliott shook his head, a bemused smile playing on hi
Alexander made his way to the reception room after been told of an unexpected visitor waiting for him. He had informed the guards that no one was allowed near the reception room for the main time, as he didn't want anyone to sniff out who his visitor was and attack her.He walked into the reception room and saw that she was sitting on the couch with her legs crossed. Immediately, she sensed Alexander's presence, she stood up from the couch, a pretty smile playing on her lips."Long time no see, Alpha Alexander. How have you been?" she greeted."Oh, I can see you've developed etiquette and grace over the years," Alexander teased."Don't think this kind of formal greeting will go on though, I just decided to be formal since it's the first time seeing you after so many years," she teased back."I thought you said you can't help, Natasha. I was surprised by your sudden visit," Alexander said."Well, I changed my mind and I had to convince the leader of the coven. You should thank me for
In the late hour of the night, Alexander, Elliott and Natasha slipped out of the mansion. The air was thick with tension. Alexander clutched Zico's note tightly in his hand, it's content burning into his memory.They headed to the cavern of ages which was a hidden place only known to few. They moved swiftly through the darkened woods, their senses heightened by the urgency of the mission. The moon hung high on the sky, casting a radiant glow on the path. Alexander's mind raced with thoughts of Vanessa sleeping peacefully in the chamber before he left.As they got closer to their destination, the landscape transformed into dense woods. Twisted branches reached out like skeletal figures, and the undergrowth rustled under their feets.Elliott took a side glance at Alexander, concern etched across his face. "Are you sure about this, Alexander? Something seems old," he said.Alexander's gaze hardened. "I thought as much, but it doesn't matter. We can't abort this, Zico's rebellion must be
"Join me, Natasha. You and I both know that our desires align. With his powers drained, he will be free from his Alpha responsibilities, he will lose all his memories, and you can finally have your chance of being together with him. I will give you boundless riches, and make you the leader of your clan."Alexander and Elliott feared that Natasha's heart would waver. She looked torn and had a look that showed she had trouble deciding between her loyalty and the tempting promises that Zico laid before her. She glanced at Alexander once again, a hint of pain in her eyes, before looking away to meet Zico's gaze.Her voice quivered as she spoke. "I… I did love Alexander, but that was long ago. And now my loyalty lies with what is right. Not just for me, not just for Alexander, but for the universe at large. I won't deviate from the light for selfish interest," she declared, her voice laced with newfound resolve.Alexander breathed a sigh of relief, his heart swelled with a mix of gratitud
A surge of anger and desperation coursed through Alexander as he strained against the dark forces. With a growl, he summoned every ounce of strength within him, the burning determination to save Vanessa fueling his resolve.He shifted into his wolf form. A surge of energy erupted from deep within him, shattering the bonds that held him captive. He lunged forward, claws extended, aiming to tear Lynx apart first.However, before he could reach him, a wave of dark sorcery exploded from Zico's outstretched hand, slamming into him with intense force. Pain ripped through Alexander's body as he was thrown backwards, crashing against the cavern wall. The impact left him momentarily stunned, gasping for breath.Natasha, still caged in her struggle to free herself from Zico's fog trap, summoned her final reserve of power. A blinding light erupted from her. The force of her powers disrupted Zico and Lynx concentrations. Seizing the opportunity, Alexander pushed through the pain, using every ou