GINA'S POV I stormed out of the prison cell and into the palace hallway. My heels clicked against the marble floors, echoing in the empty hallway as I stormed towards Jackson's office. My anger got worse with every step. I thought of how Elise was released and it infuriated me. How dare she? Ho
FERRIS' POV That evening, I stepped out to the balcony to think. I should be happy now that Elise was free but it wasn't that easy. The whole ordeal of rescuing her was over, but it wasn't enough. Elise was safe, at least for now, but there were other matters that needed my attention—matters that r
GINA'S POV I watched him from the shadows with my heart pounding in my chest. Nobody knew this but I had watched him for months, studied him, learned every bit of his behavior. I had managed to get a maid to slip a strong aphrodisiac into his drink and give it to him. The blend was strong enough t
ELISE'S POV As Jason led me away from the cell, I knew this had to be Ferris' doing. Nobody else cared about me this much apart from him and he was the only one who had the power to overrule Jackson. When we got outside the palace grounds, it took a while for my eyes to adjust to the brightness.
I got to work immediately. I was happy that I had a better distraction now. The kitchen was warm and filled with activity. The maids were friendly as well. It was quite different from the palace. Here, the maids laughed and chatted as they worked. As we worked, the chef told me things about Ferris
ELISE'S POV The next morning, I woke up earlier than usual. I had made up my mind. I would go down for breakfast, help out in the kitchen as I did yesterday and thank Ferris for everything. I'd tell him my plans about leaving. The thought of leaving him made my chest ache with hurt but I had no o
As I approached Lady Elena’s room, I slowed my pace. I hesitated for a moment outside her door, my hand hovering just above the doorknob. This goodbye will be the hardest. The bond we’ve shared was deeper than anything else I’d experienced here. It was a connection I hadn't expected. Taking a deep
JACKSON'S POV Jason and I trained in the training arena outside. I needed a distraction, something to push away the thoughts that had disturbed me all day. I threw a punch at Jason, harder than necessary, sending him stumbling back. His eyes widened in surprise, but he quickly regained his footin