CRYSTAL'S POV"I take back the words I said to you earlier. You're free to do whatever you want from now on. Is there somewhere you would like to go for a start?" His words were like a melody to my ears, and they instantly sent relief coursing through every fibre of my being. It was like his words were the keys to unchaining the shackles that have been holding me in bondage for too long. Freedom? Was this what freedom felt like? I hadn't even experienced it yet and I was already feeling relieved. It was exhilarating for some reason and I didn't want it to stop. Anticipation and excitement sloshed into my lungs as those words rolled from his mouth.But where do I want to go? Is there a place I've been dying to go to? I don't remember where. But I would love to go outside the Palace and take a walk.I cleared my throat and smiled appreciatively at him.First, he got me some nice-looking flowers and now he was willing to give me freedom. Things were changing rapidly and I should be ve
XAVIER'S POVShe looked utterly baffled that I was willing to give her the freedom she deserved. She had suffered for so long, and it was about time she had a taste of what actually living was like.People are naturally selfish and if given the opportunity of even having a glimpse of luxury, especially after having suffered in all of their days in miserable conditions, their priority would be to look out for themselves and not others. But Crystal Thorne was different. She was selfless and kindhearted. I've never seen anyone like her after my mother passed away. For some strange reason, the more time I spent with her, the more I realised the similarities she shared with my late mother. Dear mother, was this a sign? Was she the one for me?Now she's fighting for her people who were still in the slums. She was advocating for a better feeding system for them. Honestly, I never realised how poorly the omegas at the slums were being fed during Luna Rachael's regime. When my mother and fa
XAVIER'S POV After our late breakfast, I got into the shower to have my bath since I didn't earlier this morning. I had to rush to get the flowers for her. I'm glad she liked it.After the quick shower, I changed into something simple and light since we were merely going for a short walk around the gardens outside the palace.We rested for a while and played a game of darts. I taught her how to play since she didn't know how to play any game at all. I mean, all they knew was pain and suffering. They worked their asses off and had little or no time for pleasure.It was indeed sad, and I understand why Crystal was so hell-bent on helping one of her own. This was because she had lived in their shoes and understood their pain more than anyone.After a quick game of darts, we got ready to hit the gardens.We stepped out, and I extended my hand to her.She gulped and blinked uncontrollably before she gingerly slid her slender hands into mine. I gently squeezed her hands in mine and offere
ALICIA'S POVAfter Leo had instructed me not to enter his private chambers for two days, I had been bored to death all alone in the guest room. It was luxurious like he said; the bed was big and comfy, and the shower was good but not as great as the one in Leo's private chambers. Overall, the room was reasonably spacious for a person but not extremely wide in width and length like Leo's. I missed my favourite makeup mirror. It was just two days like he said, so I can manage until then. Hopefully, he doesn't change his mind again. Recently, Leo has been acting pretty strange and unpredictable, making it difficult for me to easily manipulate him like I used to. And his half-brother, Xavier, was no different: they had been acting strangely recently. And whose fault was that?I balled my hands into a tight fist as my spine bristled with unbridled contempt and rage. It was Crystal Thorne's fault! That wacky slave girl! Where on earth did she even come from? And why the hell was Leo su
ALICIA'S POVHe chuckled. "Did she have to do something to make me fall for her, Alicia?" He said, a sly grin blooming on his lips.My stomach churned in disgust. Was he already falling for her? Or has he fallen already? I hated where this conversation was going, but I had no choice but to press further to find out what exactly was going on.I forced a lump down my throat."I don't understand what you mean, Xavier. You only chose her as your mate because of the video, so what changed?"He shrugged and glanced over his shoulders to look at her, and as if on cue, Crystal turned to stare at us for the first time. Her soft ash-coloured orbs were fixated on me as she slowly rose to her feet, her mouth agape in surprise.My lips thinned. I felt numb all of a sudden. To think that this girl won Alpha Xavier's heart was beyond a mystery to me. And she didn't even have to do anything?! But how was that possible?! I had to fight my way to win Xavier's heart before we started dating, and af
CRYSTAL'S POV The walk back to the palace was unbearably silent. I tugged at my dress discreetly as I bit my bottom lip.Why was Alicia Evans at the garden? And I wondered what they must have been talking about. She didn't look so happy when she stormed off in rage. Plus, the final look of resentment she shot at me indicated that there was some sort of warning she wanted to pass to me. But I had no idea what she was implying. I was clueless. All I know was that Alicia loathed slaves and omegas because she regarded us as low grades and not a person. So, it was not surprising that she was angered that Xavier was getting close to me and not her, especially considering the fact that the both of them were once a couple.Gee, it wasn't my fault that Xavier suddenly changed. Even I was taken aback when Alpha Xavier appeared with the banquet of flowers. I was dumbfounded and mortified all at the same time. Who would have thought that Emily, my best friend's advice, was finally beginning to
ALICIA'S POVI put on a disguised black cloak covering my head and wore a mask. I inspected my disguise at the new mirror that had been replaced after I broke the original one.Perfect! No one would recognise that it was me. Tonight, I had to make preparations for tomorrow. According to my source, Crystal Thorne would be getting set to pay a visit to the famous Victoria Lake just a couple of miles away from the Royal Palace at dusk. And the good part was that Xavier wasn't coming with her. After giving myself one final look in the mirror, I exited my room in the dead of the night and crept through the hallways. I ducked and glanced over my shoulders occasionally, ensuring that no one was following me.I can't afford to allow anyone to get wind of my plans, or else I was done for even before it happened. Crystal Thorne must face the music. She had to be taught a lesson not to mess with the royals. It was about time I put her back in her place.After all the insults and embarrassmen
ALICIA'S POVAfter about nineteen seconds, the chubby guard brought Lucas out."Here you go, young lady." He announced as he closed the door behind him.Lucas shot him a curious look and then looked at me, eyeing me closely."Henry, who is this woman that wants to see me?" He asked the chubby guard. So his name is Henry, huh?Henry shrugged and gestured to me."Why don't you ask her yourself? She's right in front of you." I chuckled and then cleared my throat."Hi, Lucas. Can you spare me some minutes? I have a job for you." I said firmly.He arched his brows at me."Who may you be? How do you know my name?" I puffed out a deep sigh."Henry, can you give us some privacy?" I peered up at the chubby guard.He reluctantly nodded and disappeared into the quarters, shutting the door.Ensuring he was out of earshot, I turned to face the puzzled Lucas."I don't want anyone to know about this. Not a single soul should know that I'm the one ordering you to do this. Do you understand?" I whi