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Moonlit Pages Chapter 23: Open
"Eat, what are you doing?" Zoren rolled his eyes, pushing the bowl of hot porridge in front of Verena. "Go, finish all that.""I will, I promise.""I don't need you to promise that," Zoren said, pointing at the bowl. "Just show me.""It's piping hot, Zoren," she said, with a slight chuckle. "Do you really want me to get better, or are you trying to burn all my taste buds? I need it to cool down a bit.""Huh," said the man, sitting by the bed with his arms crossed. "I'm pretty sure Galen told me to make you eat this while it's hot.""Yes, don't worry, I will eat it still."Verena had the chance to take a good look at Zoren. He's wearing something comfortable for once, not a full-blown suit and tie. His plain white shirt and loose pants made him look so neat yet free."You look so normal," she commented. "It suits you.""Galen told me that I look intimidating walking around in a suit," he scoffed. "Although I don't get his whole point, I guess it's better to not make anyone feel uncomfo
Moonlit Pages Chapter 24: Five
Galen had done everything in his power to make a very pretty and colorful room for Verena in the palace. He had to make sure that the spacious room would still feel comfortable, as per Zoren's order. He did not expect it to be a very tiring and tricky task. But for his whole life, he never tried to shop for a woman. So he dove into the internet and searched for all the things that could help him. Even though he was quite unsure if she would want all of her stuff covered with pink lace. That's what he did. Once he was done, he had to quickly rush to the hospital to check on his friends. Verena is finally coming home after two days of staying in the hospital. Within those two days, Zoren never left her side. Although the prince was not accustomed to the human world, he managed to take care of her by himself when Galen was not there to help him out. It was amazing for Galen to see. It's not everyday that he can see a beast act so sweet and caring. It was mind-blowing. He won't be able t
Moonlit Pages Chapter 25: What If
"This room is making me dizzy.""Shut up, it's for Rena; she looks so happy about it, look!""She's not even talking," Zoren said, looking at Verena, who was silently standing by the door. "I think you made her dizzy as well. She looks like she's about to puke.""Everything about this palace is making me lose my mind," Verena said. "It's too much. I don't think I would last long in this place.""The room is hideous; just say it.""No, Zoren, it's fine," she said. "It's pink, and I respect the choice."Zoren walked into her room and checked on her closet. "I see, Galen even took care of your clothes. It's alright, I guess.""I told you guys, I got everything down perfectly!""While I stay here, I can clean the entire place!" Verena said it out of nowhere. "This place is huge.""It is," Galen agreed. "And I can use your help with maintaining it. I guess that could be your work."Zoren glared at Galen, and he instantly knew what he wanted. Galen shook his head and winked at him."We have
Moonlit Pages Chapter 26: Huh
Verena's POVIt was amazing to see a new world that was very different from what I knew. A nice house, a new room, new clothes, new surroundings—somehow, I got a new life without doing much. Before, I had to spend my entire day working just to be unsure if there was food to eat the next morning. But now, I only have to sit around and wait, and then I will see him walking towards me with a grin on his face, holding whatever I need.Who would have thought that a prince like him had this side too? Whenever I wanted to drink, he would run all the way downstairs to grab me a bottle without any questions. He is willing to be my own personal maid, even though he's adamant that in his kingdom, he won't even be allowed to do any chore. It was cool; yeah, he looks cool, and all that was happening is slowly coming to me now, but I still can't shake off this feeling. Somehow, I could still see myself in the dream.A beautiful man who does anything in his power to keep me safe and pleased in a com
Moonlit Pages Chapter 27: Side
"It's nothing but lines—two chopstick-looking ones, a dancing dude, a cross, then a squiggly line at the top, and a bunch of squiggles with a tail at the end." Verena shook her head as she tried to describe each letter on the book. "Is this supposed to make sense, Zoren? I can't understand anything; what can I do with this information, do you know?""I really don't know what to tell you, woman," Zoren said, biting his lips. "You are the only one who is able to see the words written on there. I think it must be some ancient writing or something, but I do not know how to read that.""How about Galen?" Verena asked. "Don't you think it's possible that he might know something about this? He's old, right?""Wow, I definitely loved to hear that the moment I came in," Galen said, giggling to himself as he walked in. "What are you seeing, Rena? Were you able to draw the lines?" He gave her a pen and paper. "Can you write it here? Maybe we could figure it out."Verena was able to draw a few le
Moonlit Pages Chapter 28: Felt
"Don’t you feel it?"Galen tapped at the table where Verena was sitting across from him, her eyes completely shut."What do I have to feel, exactly?" she asked. "Could you at least give me a hint?""Just close your eyes and feel it.""My eyes are closed as they can be, Galen, and I still feel nothing." Verena tried to peek, but the sight of everything being dark made her close her eyes instantly. "Why are we in this place again?""This is a sacred dungeon, Rena; don’t call it a place that would be suitable for hostages again, please.""I apologized already; it just slipped out of my mouth, alright?" she sighed and took a deep breath. The musty smell of damp earth and decaying moss fills her nostrils. "You can hear the muffled sounds of the palace above you, but down here in the dungeon, it feels like a world apart.""What sounds?"I can hear the birds chirping.""They’re crying for help, Rena, not chirping.""What do you mean?""Whenever Zoren runs around at night, the birds all cry f
Moonlit Pages Chapter 29: Shouldn't
Verena slowly opened her eyes, feeling the warmth of Zoren's body press against her back. She couldn't help but smile as she took a peek at his handsome face. Verena's eyes roamed over Zoren's features, taking in every detail. She couldn't believe how handsome he was, even in his sleep. His chiseled jawline, defined cheekbones, and full lips were all perfectly sculpted. As she looked at him, she couldn't help but wonder how it would feel to run her fingers through his messy hair or to kiss those lips. But she knew that she could never act on those thoughts, especially since she doesn’t have any idea what Zoren actually feels for her. No matter how he does, she knows that she won't be able to do anything with him anyway since Zoren is about to leave in four days.If she could only have the certainty that Zoren would be there to stay with him, she would be able to gather all her courage and try something. The pain that kept growing in her heart made its presence felt once again. Verena
Moonlit Pages Chapter 30: Weaving
"What's up with you two?"Galen wiggled his brows while whispering into Verena's ears. He kept on giggling as he was pointing out how Zoren was sitting by the door, looking at the perfect view of the forest right outside their palace."What's up with us?" Verena asked him back. "Why are you asking me that question so suspiciously?" She crossed her arms and shook her head. "I see nothing in your eyes but pure malice, Galen. I already know what you are hinting at, and no, there is nothing."Galen sat down, making a weird, sour face towards Verena. He sipped his coffee while still glancing at Zoren, then quickly turned to Verena with a raised brow."Stop doing that, Galen," she said. "You look really stupid, you know?""Don't say that; you will hurt my feelings." Galen stuffed his face with a huge bite of salad and aggressively chewed. "I was just curious what you star-crossed lovers are up to now.""Shut up; don't call us that," she whispered. "Zoren might hear you.""He will, for sure,
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Moonlit Pages Chapter 122: End
The sun appeared again, shining brightly, proudly showing off the light that gave the dancing flowers in the breeze more life. They swayed and played together with the colorful butterflies that kept swirling around them. The birds chirped as they rested on tree branches. The leaves joining in the fun were beautiful. It was peaceful; it was another good morning."Miss Barbara, do they really have tall houses that reach the sky?" one kid named Justin asked as he pulled on Barbara's skirt a bit. He has a flushed face, and his eyes are glowing, big, and bright while listening to the tales of their teacher about the other realm."They have it," Barbara answered, tapping Justin's head. He turned around to his classmates and gasped with them. "They call them buildings, tall buildings, but most of those buildings are used as a place where they work, not their houses.""Do you think we would be able to see one?" One girl around the age of eight to ten asked Justin. She sighed and looked down.
Moonlit Pages Chapter 121: Rest
"You already used your power too much to alter the world," Zoren whispered as he held onto Verena's wrist tightly. "You can't summon the moon; it might be your last wish.""I'll do it," she responded, not looking into his eyes. "Even if it is, I would still do it.""Verena, do you not care about yourself? We can fight; don't use your powers again!""One bullet directly to my heart and I'll be dead," Verena said coldly. "We are outnumbered; this won't work. We have to change it up a bit.""Dont go."Verena gave Zoren's hand a tight squeeze before making him let go. She walked out with her head held high. She knew that she was nearing the edge, but that did not matter. She wanted to protect Zoren, and she has one last thing to try. Luckily for her, they followed through with their side of the trade, and all the guns were on the floor. Nobody dared to move as she stood there, looking at Leo, waving the book as if he were teasing her to come closer. She hated him with all her heart, but s
Moonlit Pages Chapter 120: Tank
Bulan was in total chaos when Zoren got in. He knew that it was bad when everyone was running out of the compound without even realizing that he was there. Because of the strong earthquake that only happened inside their compound, everyone wanted to leave and save themselves. He rushed to where Verena was. It was easy enough for him to track her since her scent was powerful, especially at that moment. It was too intense, like her aura was engulfing the entire land.His feet led him to the bottom of the tallest building they have, and as he looked up, he felt chills running down his spine. He could clearly see a commotion on top, and the only thing that was clear to him right now was that Verena was fully absorbed by her powers. She was glowing and levitating as her hands were extended, focusing on the two other people there, Mira and Leo.The werewolf prince used his speed to rush up and stop Verena from whatever she was doing. Just by the feeling that he is getting, he is a hundred p
Moonlit Pages Chapter 119: Caged
"Father, don't you see? She is just pretending! She wanted to make you believe that she is someone that you can trust! Don't listen to what she is saying!""Mira, use your brain!" the old man said, while tapping his fingertips on the thick book in front of him. He sat down beside Mira as they were talking. "She gave us the cursed book. We have it; she gave it to us; do you understand that? She is using this book as her bargaining chip, and she only wanted to keep that stupid prince safe. Do you not realize how big of a deal this is?" the man laughed with his whole chest. "I did not think that she would be this weak, though. For a man, she is willing to risk everything, but for one guy, she gave up. How dumb.""It was a dumb decision; you are right," said Mira. "And that is what's making me think that she is only doing this for a different reason. I don't know, maybe this is all part of her plan to lure us into a trap or something!""She was able to go into the book, Mira; do you not u
Moonlit Pages Chapter 118: Barrier
Verena's POVI knew exactly what everyone's thoughts were the moment that I walked to the gates of Bulan. When the guards saw me, I could almost hear his brain register who I was. Crazy, it looks like I've become famous within their community since the last time we've all hung out. I am pretty sure that everyone knows who I am; perhaps they know a lot more than I do because I heard my name being said by a bunch of people who were coming out to catch a glimpse of me. There are at least two dozen girls and some guys who were watching, waiting for what I am up to, as some of the guards are still holding the gates closed before they get their leader's final decision. He ran inside, and I assume that he was asking someone higher up in the ranks to give him an order.In my vision earlier, I saw Leo and Mira rushing to us and getting to Zoren. I don't know when that was supposed to happen, but I am sure that I can change it. I was able to change the vision that I had when I dealt with Barbar
Moonlit Pages Chapter 118: Her
"I couldn't see him anywhere!" Zoren yelled as soon as he got inside the house. He brushed his hair up and stressed that no matter where he went, he would not be able to see Galen anywhere. "I swear, he was never here. If he was here, when I came back, I was sure that he would jump onto me as soon as he saw me. But ever since I came back, I never saw him. Are you sure that he is here?""I am a hundred percent positive," Verena said, wearing her thick, long black coat. "I was just with him while the eclipse showed up. I even accidentally gave him a fright when I connected with him while I was experiencing that surge of energy. I don't know where he went, but because I was not able to control my body earlier, I was not able to see him again." She bit her lower lip. Her palms felt a little hot and sweaty, and she tried to wipe them on her coat, but she knew that they'd still be damp. "I don't know if I was the one who did this to him, but do you think because of what was going on at that
Moonlit Pages Chapter 116: No
"Thank goodness, you are finally awake. I was worried that you were too drained because of what happened," Said Zoren as he patted Verena's head. He was holding her hand while the woman looked up at him, slowly blinking as if she couldn't believe her own eyes. She lifted her arm and brushed his hair with his fingertips, making her smile a little."This is the best dream ever," she whispered to herself. "I think I might have used my brain power so much that it granted me this escape," she said. She bit her lower lips and sighed. "Still, I am very grateful.""What are you talking about?" Zoren asked. Based on what he is hearing, it does not seem that Verena was the one who summoned him back, and it does not make any sense to him. Who else would have done that if it was not her? He could literally not think of a single being that would have the ability to do so. "Darling, did you not summon me?"Verena shook her head, her eyes slowly growing big, realizing that this hallucination is not
Moonlit Pages Chapter 115: Eclipse
Another day of watching the sun come out after witnessing the entire reign of the moon last night was added to Verena's list. At this rate, she won't be surprised if her body begins to cope and she suddenly turns nocturnal. Even though last night all she wanted was to sleep and get at least twelve hours of rest from her loud brain, she couldn't do it. There came a point where she wanted to use her own magic on herself, but she knew that if she started doing that, she wouldn't be able to stop herself when she wanted to escape for a much longer time. Everything that was revealed to her by Galen last night was too much for her to handle, and she won't lie; it caused a lot of doubts and worries in her heart. It was not easy for her to believe that Leo was her father. The thing is, her expectations and her dreams made it a lot more difficult.Because Verena grew up without any knowledge about her family, she was the one who filled her curiosity with her made-up stories, and although she kn
Moonlit Pages Chapter 114: Father
It's been three days since Verena stayed in a different home that Galen had prepared for her, but she was still unable to do anything. Aside from practicing what Old Fool had taught her before, there was really nothing else. She had made a few wishes here and there just to make sure that she'd be able to at least hinder Leo's movements. But aside from asking for him to stop harming innocent humans, there is nothing that she can do.Galen is not giving her anything. Whenever they meet, he always has so many reasons as to why he can't hang out with her. Even when she moved, he did not go with her. He followed later on and then left again when night came. Since she was back, all she wanted to do was sit and eat a warm meal with Galen to at least help her lessen the sadness and heaviness that she is feeling right now, but she still can't have that. Galen had told her a couple of times already that he had to be out, finding clues and figuring out another way to bring down the hunters. Some
