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Chapter 11Talia's povI lay on my bed staring at the walls, the sunset streaming through the windows, casting a soft glow through the room. As I thought of What had just happened—Mara and Rhys's reaction to my painting the gates a bright shade of pink.I had only wanted to make things look different even if I knew I had no right to. A bold choice of mine that has stirred up whispers and raised eyebrows among the elders, maids, and guards of this house.I intended to do whatever will piss Mara off. Besides, she stole my man and made him marry her, and I'm going to show Mara hell in this house.Rhys's home felt like a refuge, an escape from all the chaos outside. Rhys's easy smile and warm laughter had always had a way of calming my nerves.I was still thinking when I heard a knock on the room door. Talia!. Rhys's voice called out from behind the door.Upon hearing Rhys's voice, I jumped up from the bed to answer the door.I opened the door to see Rhys standing in front of me. The man
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Chapter 12Talia's PovAs Rhys stormed out of the room, I sat back on the edge of my bed. I could still hear the echo of Rhys's voice in my mind. How he had confronted me about painting the gates. His words were sharp and covered with disappointment."How dare he question my choices?" It was just paint, I wanted to scream but I held it all in. My heart, pounding in my chest.I painted the gates pink as a symbol, a declaration of my feelings for Rhys. A way to reclaim a piece of my heart that has been overshadowed by the chaos that has happened in the past few months.Rhys had been the only one who understood me. The only one who saw beyond my dramatic self. But now, he's married to my foster sister, Mara.The weight of that reality weighed on me like a heavy stone. A heavy blow on my heart.I felt a mix of betrayal, anger, disappointment, and sadness build up within me. A cup full of emotions that threatens to spill out.I gazed around the room, filled with emotions and memories of th
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Chapter 13Talia's PovI'll make sure to keep pushing Rhys's buttons till he sees me again. Why can't Rhys see how much I still want him? I thought that if I stayed here he'd come crawling back to me. But no, he kept pushing me away like I meant nothing to him.I know I wasn't the best fiance. I know I had my moments of rudeness and desperation. But that's just my kind of person. And I can't be more of a drama queen but it's just part of my charm.But seriously why can't Rhys see that Mara is so….boring? She always acts like the perfect girl and makes others look bad.I know she thinks she's won, that she had succeeded in stealing Rhys from me but Little did she know I'm not going down without a fight.I'll make sure to make Rhys fall for me again. And as for Mara, I'll deal with her mercilessly, well I still have a few tricks to play.She thinks she's so secure in her little marriage but little did she know that I'm just getting started.I'll make sure I turn Rhys against her, tell h
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Chapter 14Rhys's PovI couldn't believe Talia had the guts to come into my room while I was having a shower.But the thought of Mara seeing me in that state was more terrifying. How would I explain to her what happened? Will she even believe me? She might not even want to listen to me.I was so confused, "I should just get dressed and go talk to her." The thought of how Mara would react to what she just saw made my heart race.Talia on the other hand smiled mischievously when she noticed that Mara saw her in my room, she smiled at accomplishment, as if that was exactly what she wanted.I need to make sure Talia leaves this house before she ruins my life, I said to myself in frustration.I wore a pair of Mara's favorite outfits from my collection of clothes. I also wore Mara's favorite perfume of mine and quickly stepped out of my room.I stepped out of my room only to find Talia standing by the doorway."Talia, what are you still doing here?" I asked, my voice sounding harsh and angr
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Chapter 15Rhys PovI hugged Mara tightly, trying to comfort her. She was still upset with our conversation earlier. And I felt guilty for letting Talia stay.I knew I had hurt my wife and I wanted to make it right. As we hugged, I felt her body relax on mine. She felt so comfortable. I had missed this, missed us.I kissed her on her forehead and pulled her to the bed. As I lay in bed with Mara, I couldn't help but think about my encounter with Talia. As I talked to Talia I realized I didn't feel the same way I felt for her before anymore. I was done with her.Mara drew closer to me, and I pulled her closer, feeling a sense of gratitude, relaxation, and love for my wife."I'm exactly where I'm meant to be, with her. I thought to myself."I was still lost in thoughts when I slept off. I woke up the next day feeling better and lively.I knew I needed to set boundaries with Talia, to make it clear that I'm committed to my wife and marriage.I got out of bed, with my wife, to the dining r
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Rhys's PovI walked into the meeting room, My expression calm and strict. Talia was already seated, her eyes flashed with determination."Rhys, I know you think you're done with me," Talia began, her voice laced with desperation. "But you can't just dismiss what we have, what we still have."I stood firm, unmoved. "Talia, I thought we've been over this. I'm married to Mara and I love her."Talia's face twisted, "You love me, Rhys. Deep down you do."I shook my head. "No Talia. I loved you, but not anymore. It's over now, Move on."Talia's eyes narrowed, " You'll regret this Rhys. I'll make sure I tell Mara everything, she yelled at the top of her voice"I signed, tired of her threats. "Talia you have nothing to expose. It's called the past for a reason and besides Mara knows everything about our past. I said my voice firm."Talia's face turned pale, her composure cracking. "You'll never be happy with her," she spat, "she's not me, I'm the one for you.""Exactly," I replied, my voice f
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Chapter 17Rhys PovWe turned to see what Talia had discovered, and our hearts sank. On the wall, a hidden panel had slid open, revealing a document framed in gold.Mara looked baffled, "what is that? She asked"Talia's smile grew wider. "The truth about Mara's past. The secrets she's been hiding from you. Talia said."I felt a surge of protectiveness towards Mara. "Talia, stop this. I yelled at her."But Talia continued, her voice dripping with excitement. "Read it, Rhys. Read the truth about your precious wife."I hesitated for a moment, confused about what to do. Mara's grip on my arm tightened."Rhys, don't," Mara whispered. "It's just one of Talia's tricks, it's not what it seems."But my curiosity got the better part of me. I took a step closer, my eyes scabby the document.As I read through, My world began to crumble, The document revealed a shocking secret about Mara's past, one that threatened to destroy everything I've accomplished."It is not true," Mara who had been readin
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Rhys PovI searched for Mara in the dark, my hands stretched out before me. "Mara! Answer me!"Suddenly a faint cry echoed through the darkness. "Rhys! Over here!" Mara called out.I rushed towards the sound, my heart racing. As I reached Mara's side, I felt a surge of relief."Are you hurt?" I whispered, pulling her close.Talia's laughter grew louder, and the lights flickered once more before they became steady.The scene before us was chaotic. Tables overturned and the sound of shattering glasses filled the air.Just then James and the security team burst into the room, surrounding Talia.Talia stood in the middle of the disaster, A mischievous smile across her face."You can't stop me, Rhys," Talia yelled. "Tonight, the castle will burn and Mara will pay for stealing Rhys from me.Mara's grip on my arm tightened, "she has lost her mind, Rhys."I held Mara close, My eyes locked on Talia. "Not tonight, Talia. not ever."With a nod, James and his team moved to apprehend Talia. But as
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Rhys's eyes were locked onto Mara’s irises as she held onto her silver flowing dress, with a soft smile creased on her face as she walked down the stairs.He couldn't help but stare at how beautiful she looked, walking down the stairs, graced in her beautiful silver dress.She was truly breathtaking, with her long red hair wrapped around in long waves with a small ribbon placed right on top. Her well-defined juicy lips with the upper lip almost in the shape of a heart that lingered a sweet, caring smile painted with deep crimson lipstick, and her pinkish cheeks and small apart little freckles all came into view when she came up close to Rhys. The space between them slowly closed up as the music by the garden sort of increased when he grabbed her by the hand.“You…” Rhys stuttered, staring into her eyes unable to look away. He’d slowly gone lost in them. Just when she etched closer, he leaned forward whispering into her ears. “You look so beautiful,” He said, with a smile creaesd on
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Rhy’s POV Two rogues came barreling in. They were running right for me as I ducked taking both rogues down to the floor in seconds making sure to have them both wounded.I watched both rogues squirming on the floor as they clenched their throats and then I knelt on the floor and started shifting, seeing that I was slowly getting outnumbered. I stepped forward and then grabbed one of them stepping over top of him. And then I bared my teeth into his flesh, growling, forcing a permanent hole as I had him killed instantly as the others stood by watching the scene. A lot of rogue men hurried my way, coming in groups of four, and twos headed in my direction.My eyes for some annoying reason, slowly had its color changed under the influence of me being completely angry over the fact that she was being taken away by Giovanni and I was getting attacked by some unknown rogue men.“Where the hell are they coming from?” I scowled, trying to make my way through angry rogue men as they attacked.
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RHYS POVMy knuckles gripped the steering wheel, turning white as I imagined all the ways I'd kill whoever must have done this.I wanted to make sure his death was so agonizingly painful that when I was done with him, he'd be begging for the blessings of death.Lost In my thoughts of torture, I didn't notice how much time had passed. I recognized the area immediately and felt relief pour through me as I neared the motel.I pulled up to the garage, squinting through the dark as I hopped out of my car. I walked close to the building, holding up my flashlight in the air.As I walked into the building, I realized there happened to be no locks on the door. I had my foot against the door, and in seconds the door creaked open.I flashed my light in the direction of the dark, knowing down my guts that it was somewhat dangerous being out here all alone. But I didn't care…Mara was all I cared about.I trudged further into the dark, with my eyes locked on the empty hallways up ahead. I wondered
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Rhys POVI watched Talia walking out of the mansion quietly, a couple of days later. Her movements seemed quite suspicious as she hopped into her zooming off.I couldn't stand my Wolf from growling at the thought of her knowing something about Mara’s disappearance.I decided to follow her to find out where she was headed. The fact that I could have her whereabouts tracked by her scent made it quite easier.She took about four turns and then into an unknown part of the city before stopping in front of a bar. A bar is known only to be visited, by rebellions.“What the hell is she doing here?” I whispered to myself as I parked a few meters away from her, making sure to take full cover.I peeped through the rearview mirror of my car and saw that there was a black Benz parked behind me, blocking me from driving out. I lowered my head, to avoid being caught in the game.My eyes widened in shock at the realization of whom it was that had stepped out of the car.The one man I never imagined I
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RHY’S POV I had my head lowered as I rummaged through the papers on my desk. I tried extremely hard to focus but the conversation from a couple of weeks ago with Yara, kept whirling in my head. “Go on,” My voice was short and my eyes never left the stack of papers. Ignoring the fact that I’d been on one paragraph for the last couple of hours. “We’ve already upped patrol on the border, but still no sign of her,” Dante spoke up, distressed all over his face as he stared back at me.“I'm open to more orders,” He added, as I leaned back in the chair keeping my eyes low.“We stay on the course, we stay scouting, we have to keep searching,” I said frustratingly.“We can't be sitting ducks, we have to do something—” I grimaced but then paused, the minute I realized I was beginning to over react.It had been a couple of months since she’d suddenly disappeared. A couple of months since we had dinner together and a couple of months since I’ve seen her smile.“Perhaps we could send out a few
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Rhys's Pov.Yara's words pierced through my heart. "Rhys, listen to me. Mara would come to me if she needed help. She trusts me."Something stirred within me. A spark of hope."Mara would come to you?" I repeated.Yara nodded. "Of course, She has no one else."No one else? The weight of those words crushed me. Mara's isolation, Her loneliness, My failure.But Yara's next words ignited a fire. "Rhys, Mara didn't come to me. She didn't leave you."I felt a glimmer of hope, A chance. "Mara's still out there, in Giovanni's custody," I whispered.Waiting For me. Waiting for me to find her. To make it right.Yara's grip on my arm tightened. "Find her Rhys, Make it right."Determination coursed through me. I'd find Mara. Explain everything. Prove my love, With newfound purpose.Yara's warning echoed in my mind. "Remember, Rhys, Talia's a snake. Has been always will be," she said.I nodded, determination etched on my face. "I'll be careful," I said.Yara's eyes narrowed. "Careful isn't enough
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Rhys's PovI was left all alone at home. I paced through the darkness of my bedroom with bottles of Alcohol in both hands.Mara's note echoed in my mind. "I thought our love was stronger.""I thought you loved me." "I was wrong."Talia's words sliced through my haze. "Rhys, I'm here for you."Her hand touched my shoulder. I shrugged it off. "Leave me alone, Talia," I screamed at her."Rhys, please—""Get out!" I roared.Talia's eyes widened. "Rhys, I just want to help.""Help?" I sneered. "You've done enough."My anger boiled over. "You and your games, Your lies, Your manipulations."Talia stepped back. "Rhys, I'm sorry—""Sorry?" I laughed harshly. "Sorry isn't enough."I stood, swaying. The room spun.Talia's face blurred."Get out," I repeated. My voice cracked.Talia hesitated. Then turned and ran.The door slammed shut, I collapsed onto the couch.Whiskey spilled from my hand. Mara's face haunted me. Her smile, Her laughter, Her tears.My regret suffocated me. Why hadn't I told h
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Rhys povI couldn't shake off the feeling that Talia was involved in Mara's disappearance.Her manipulations knew no bounds. But what if she'd played me from the start?A sudden memory flashed in my mind.How Talia had approached me with Her offer."I can work as a double spy for you and Giovanni," she'd said."I'll feed him false information while keeping you informed."Her expression was somber. "I have something to tell you, Rhys," she'd said."About Giovanni?" I prompted.Talia nodded. "And my involvement," she saidI gestured for her to continue."It all started months ago," Talia began. "Giovanni approached me, charming and persuasive, He promised me wealth, status, and power.""And you believed him?" I asked.Talia's eyes dropped. "I did. I thought he could offer me more than you could, Rhys."More than I could? The words stung."But then I realized..." Talia's voice trailed off."Realized what?" I asked."That I was just a tool," Talia said, her voice barely above a whisper."
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Rhys POVI pulled into the driveway, exhausted from the trip.Finally home, finally, I'll be able to make things right with Mara.But as I entered the house, a sense of unease crept in within me."Mara?" I called out. But there was no answer, I frowned.Where was she? Where could she be by this time?I searched the house but I couldn't find her.'Maybe she wasn't home, or maybe she must have gone to her friend's place' I thought.But Mara wasn't the type to leave the house without letting anyone know.I checked our bedroom, and there was no sign of Mara and to my greatest shock, Her luggage was gone.A shiver ran down my spine. "Mara?" I called again, louder this time.But only silence replied. Panic set in.No! She wouldn't leave, Not like this, Not without talking to me.Fear gripped my heart. Where was she? Was she safe? Where could she be? The orphanage?The questions consumed my mind. I grabbed my phone and dialed Mara's number.Voicemail, Again, And again. I was so scared that p
