NYX'S POV"Oh no, baby please believe me you're getting this all mixed-up. I promise this isn't what you think it is. We've gone past that level, I'm still thinking of how it'd be possible to coupe without you by my side." He said, his voice silently pleading for me to understand his own aspect and not drive him crazy.Oh, I was so loving this. Yes, I've forgiven him but he should at least go through a little emotional stress. I went through worse.He should be able to do this little thing for me. I mean, I'm the one who according to him means a lot to him. A little stress because of me would definitely be nothing."How on Earth is it possible that after all these memories we've created I'd neglect you?" He asked, sounding as if even the thought of it was unbelievable. That's how they all sound until they're ready to deal with you and show you how much of a monster they can be. I laughed in my head, seeing him talking as if he couldn't hurt a fly just because he wanted to convince
ATLAS'S POVTrying to wake Nyx, I tapped her softly. She fell asleep not long after she came out of the toilet and causing all kinds of trouble. It was midnight already. Her time to leave. As much as I wanted her to stay, she had made up her mind to leave and I knew that truly she couldn't stay till forever. I chuckled under my breath, these past few days I've been what you could classify as "soft" and she probably thought it was because I was head over hills or whatever but it was far from it. I mean yes, I liked her but I really wasn't as smitten as she thought I was. Little did she know I was just considering certain things, the first was that intially I genuinely missed her and I couldn't help but feel bad with the way she isolated herself. On a normal day, I wouldn't really have even cared instead I'd have ordered guards to punish her for neglecting her chores because she's a slave. But, the way Aurora kept disturbing me and blaming me was just unbearable. She was the most i
NYX'S POVMy heart pounded in my chest, as I stared at the closed door. Fear gripped me tightly, and I couldn't help but wonder who was on the other side. Who could it be? I had been silent for a while so I don't think it'd be Elaine or Aurora."Who's there?" I asked, my voice quivering with apprehension."It's Aurora and Elaine," came the response, instantly relieving the tension that had been building inside me. A wave of comfort washed over me as I recognized their voices."Okay…" I mumbled, my voice trailing off into silence. "Nyx, please come back to us," Elaine's voice trembled with emotion, her words filled with a mixture of concern and desperation. "Come back to normal. Don't let these overwhelming emotions consume you entirely. You haven't even eaten anything. You've shut yourself off from us, refusing to communicate. If you need to cry, let us cry with you. But if you need to be alone for a while and return when you're ready, that's okay too. We understand. Just please, Nyx
NYX'S POVIt was late in the night already and I was in Aurora's room. Her and I with Elaine just parted a few minutes ago. We spent the whole evening trying to catch up with everything that happened. They told me how worried they were and how much they feared about my well-being when I was away.Elaine even told me she spoke about it with Savio and somehow she was able to convince him to give her the keys to my room because they couldn't keep hoping I'd open up till something bad happens. So they had even agreed on tomorrow's night.When she said it, I was so happy that they couldn't get the keys on time. Because how messy would it have been for them to open the door with fear for my soul only for them to meet me wrapped in the Alpha's hands. Oh goodness, how embarrassing would that have been. What would Aurora even think of me? They'd have been so disappointed in me that no matter the amount of explanation they'd not believe a thing I say.They might even jump to the conclusions o
CHAPTER 102NYX'S POVGently, I leaned over Aurora's small, peaceful form and whispered, "Sweet dreams, darling," as I pressed a soft kiss on her forehead. I tucked her snugly beneath the warm sheets, making sure she was comfortable before she drifted off to sleep. Her voice, heavy with sleep, mumbled, "Sweet dreams, Nyx. Thank you."With a gentle shushing sound, I hushed her, wanting to soothe her into a deep slumber. Tenderly, I brushed back her silky hair, my touch conveying love and comfort. The room was filled with a serene atmosphere, and I felt a profound sense of protectiveness and devotion towards Aurora.Aurora had fallen asleep when I was reading her a story book she picked out for me to read to her. With utmost care, I tiptoed towards the bedroom door, my heart brimming with a mixture of tenderness and relief. I turned the doorknob ever so gently, ensuring it didn't make a sound that might disturb her peaceful rest. As the door clicked softly into place, I let out a qu
ATLAS'S POV"Let's place aside the long story, we have so many things to attend to, what I want to know is if they have been sorted out?" I asked Savio, my voice laced with impatience, as we walked down the hallway heading to the basement at the end to see that bastard.My impatience was palpable, fueled by the urgency of the situation. I didn't care about the intricacies or the narrative that accompanied eliminating a person who deserved nothing less. All that mattered to me was that the job had been executed precisely as it should have been."Yes yes. We have sorted it out.” Savio replied, his voice calm and steady. "And also I've passed a message to Drakus and Blaise to ensure the borders are locked." He informed me. "Good job," I acknowledged, a surge of anger coursing through me as I recalled the transgressions committed by Chase. "Tell Chase to see me later today. I've heard a complaint about him, and after issuing a warning, I better not hear of a repeat offense. Otherwise, he
NYX'S POVMy heart pounded in my chest as I rushed into my room, desperately locking the door behind me. I collapsed to the floor, gasping for breath, relieved to have found temporary solace. The events that had just unfolded left me bewildered and overwhelmed.I gently touched my lips, still tingling from the sensation of his kiss. He had kissed me—right in front of Savio and Rylie, even though his back was turned to them. There was a possibility that they knew, that they had witnessed that intimate moment. My mind raced with questions, trying to make sense of it all.His lips against mine was warm and soft. They had melted against like it was meant to be. What's Atlas problem with Riley? Did he know him from somewhere or is there something Riley had done to him in the past and now he was trying to take it out on me? Or use seeing him me as a reason to instead punish him?Because if that's not the situation why else was he always showing up whenever I was with Riley? That was how h
NYX'S POVAs I stood in front of Atlas's door, my heart pounded in my chest, and my palms grew clammy. The anticipation of facing him made my stomach twist into knots. "Here we go," I whispered to myself, mustering up the courage to confront him.With a hesitant hand, I gripped the doorknob and turned it slowly, the door creaking open. Stepping inside, I was immediately greeted by a familiar scent, a unique combination of musk and sandalwood that belonged solely to him. A quick rush of memories and emotions washed over me, reminding me of the hours we had spent together here and how it shielded me from the rest of the world. But there was no time for nostalgia now; I had a task at hand and needed to focus.I tiptoed further into the room, my eyes scanning for any signs of Atlas's presence. Thankfully, he wasn't there. Call me lucky.A wave of relief washed over me, temporarily easing the anxiety that had consumed me moments before. I silently hoped that luck would be on my side, a