[Ivan's POV] I kept my gaze fixed on Arissa once we were seated. After being sat down in front of her mother, she had stiffened once again. Despite telling myself that what she was thinking was none of my business, I still found myself curious. Reaching out, I placed my hand on her thigh, hoping
[Arissa's POV]Images of that day began to flash unbidden in my mind, sending me back to that time in which I wished to forget.I remember laying in bed recovering from broken ribs and a busted skull. There was just the faintest of tugs at my consciousness, indicating that someone was trying to mind
[Ivan’s POV]I didn’t know what possessed me in that moment, but seeing that look of fear in her eyes set me off. I wanted to let her know that she was safe and try to help her forget whatever it was that haunted her.Maybe this wasn’t the best of times to be doing this, but I didn’t have the habit
[Arissa's POV] I sat on my bed staring at the quickly setting sun right outside my window. Memories of the night before flashed across my mind and anger boiled. How was it possible that I had managed to waste the entire day steaming over Ivan's actions? That piece of shit wasn't worth an ounce of
[Arissa's POV] Swirling pleasure filled faces, snarling in lust danced before my eyes as heat rushed through my body, followed by cold. The world was warped into some type of dark dream and no matter how I tried to escape I couldn't. With each moan and groan I felt myself growing more and more nu
[Arissa's POV] I walked behind Hans and Ivan, staying on high alert. The two had decided that we wouldn't bring many warriors with us out of fear of tipping off whatever hunters remained around the sanctuary. Ultimately, that was fine with me. That simply meant more hunters for me to beat up on.
I felt my blood begin to boil and excitement rush through me at the possibility of a fight. This was the reason I had come along, and I was feeling pretty damn disappointed that there weren’t any hunters. Luckily, the universe granted me my wish."Hello, boys." I called, lifting my hand with a smile
[Arissa's POV] When we arrived at the estate, Gisele was outside pacing. Her body was relaxed, though a fake look of worry played on her face. As she spotted us, I didn't miss the annoyance that flashed in her eyes over seeing not only me, but the elders alive and well. "Oh, thank the goddess." S