“Caroline?"Just as I was about to apply my final coat of eyeliner, I was interrupted by my uncle Mr. Xander's voice, shouting my name. He brought me a stunning gown and told me to get ready. We'd probably go out to eat for lunch.It was my twentieth birthday today. Orphanage life was far away from where I am right now. It was a cramped space, about the size of a small closet.Because they thought I was a psychopath, they kept me in solitary confinement. Just a nice way of saying I beat the snot out of everyone who irritated or annoyed me. Everyone called me a monster, including myself. When I was eighteen, a man who claimed to be my uncle showed up at the orphanage and introduced himself as Mr. Xander. He insisted on being descended from my father's family.The results of a basic background check confirmed the suspicions. To be honest, I still had my doubts. He explained that he had taken care of me when my father died, but I ran away from home at the age of four, and that's how I wo
It was hard to concentrate on my walk since I was so distracted by the roar of city traffic. Despite all my exhaustion, my head was still pounding, and I had absolutely nowhere to go.Above all, the weather was deteriorating and it was really dark. After a few minutes of walking, I was fatigued and decided to take a break under a tree.As I rested my head against the tree's trunk and closed my eyes, I heard a whisper ringing inside my head. “I am sorry. Everything is happening because of me.”These remarks were the last thing I heard before fainting in the room, It was strange how familiar the voice sounded, yet I couldn't recall when I first heard it.Just as I was drifting off to sleep, a sudden blast of laughing startled me and nearly caused me to jump out of my skin. I was happy when I didn't see anyone, but then I realized it was already midnight, and I'd have to spend the night here. Sometimes, I couldn't help but chuckle about what I was going through.As of right now, the mise
Sighing, I replayed everything that had just occurred in my mind... As strange as it was, I couldn't help but wonder why on earth I was strolling through a forest... in the middle of the night... between two weirdos. It's possible that I longed to be duped. They told me that they were transporting me to Mystic Lake and that it was situated on the far side of Redwood Forest. Julie told me that the witches who lived so close to the lake kept regular people away from the area. The reason the witches lived here was revealed to me by Ryder, who entered the discussion. “It's a short walk to the water for them. They increase their magical skills by drinking the water from Mystic Lake. - In addition, the forest offers good cover from witch hunters.” Nodding my head in agreement, I realized what he meant. However, I was only able to concentrate on one thought at a time. I can't wait to see my mother for real this time. My heart surged with anticipation and pleasure as a crisp breeze blew
The castle stood near the towering hill, with a mud road overgrown with tree stumps and coated with crisp, fallen herbage. After taking a long, deep breath, I removed my hands from the pockets of my black overcoat and noticed that the air was quite acidic, which caused my fingers to sting.It was the type of fortress that made me shiver. It's possible that I belong to the werewolf sort, but I used to identify as a human, and for normal humans, this location was enough spooky.I followed Ryder and Julie as we entered the castle through the massive gate. I was in the middle of the two of them. "It's possible that, right now, this location seems terrifying to you, but give it some time and you'll get used to it. Please don't get carried away with your thoughts." Julie let out some comforting words.I acknowledged her with a nod and swept my eyes across the area, taking in all that was going on. Knights and other warriors decked out in armor could be seen roaming the grounds of the castle
Around approximately a hundred trots of the horses, the cart made of wood and decorated with flowers came to a stop in front of a magnificent castle. As I crossed the path, I saw a board with the name of this country, "Xanthan," etched on it.I presumed these people weren't so affluent and abundant in riding cars or any other vehicles rather than boats, horses, and carts. It was comparable to the historical eras of the world inhabited by humans.On the other hand, the setting appeared to be exactly the same as Prythian. It was the same as before, encircled by mountains, woods, and settlements on all sides."Once upon a time, fifteen years ago, there was a battle. When your parents were killed in this conflict, you became separated from them." Ryder said this as he assisted me in getting up after he jumped from the cart earlier.I stared at him in confusion, unable to fathom what it was that he had just spoken. "What did you say?""Since that time, you have been a lone omega, going abo
When I entered the kitchen and headed towards the man who appeared to be in his thirties. He stopped teaching the employees and stared at me in shock. "You are going to be the Alpha's maid, are you?"The apartment house on the world of humans did not have a kitchen that could compare to the size of this one. On the other hand, the cooks here were not using gas stoves; rather, they were generating fires in between bricks and soil-made stoves.The temperature had reached an unfathomable new peak. I couldn't help but wonder how people could survive there in the scorching heat. It was already a form of pain for me.I simply nodded and bowed my head since I wasn't concerned enough. "You're right, and my name is Caroline. His maid." If he had dared to keep my mother hidden and played the cruel game, I would have no choice but to kill him as quickly as possible and become his murderer."Is it true that Alpha selected you?" The individual didn't believe either me or the choice that was made b
To be honest, I felt a little like an automaton in that outfit with the white apron over the black dress and stockings. It was the very first time in my entire life that I wore a dress of that kind.I let out a long sigh, and then I stepped out of the room and looked around for the kitchen, which is where I was meant to get the juice from. I had no idea where Ryder had gone after abandoning me. He was undoubtedly a pest, but at the very least, he had a duty to keep an eye on things.The mango juice was ready in the kitchen, and it had already reached the fill line on the jug. I went into the adjacent room to get a glass and then poured the juice into it before setting it down on a coffee tray and proceeding towards the main hall, which was constructed approximately twenty steps in front of the kitchen.Since I was the most victimized by life, I joyfully accepted his absence. I moved over to the man who was standing there with his back against the wall. I asked him what was going on. P
This man had no sense of shame. A while ago, he expressed disinterest in his fiancée, and now he is unsure whether or not he is interested in me."I am at this location because of the job." I managed to maintain my composure and spoke softly before yanking my hand away from his hold. If I was being honest and true to who I am, he would already be bloodied and bruised.He tightened his jaw and crossed his arms across his chest while doing so. "I was under the impression that you were here for Ryder."Oh sh*t, I was completely screwing up everything. I had some doubts. "Let's just say that I'm here for both of those." Bravo, Caroline! You are so incredibly astute.He gave a dismissive shake of his head. "You are not here for the job or Ryder," the man said. It was his assertion. I couldn't help but wonder what kind of eyesight he possessed to be able to spot it so quickly."What exactly are you trying to say?" I acted as though I wasn't impacted by it. Since he was intelligent, I ought
Caroline's POV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ."She is the one. My would-be wife Princess Tessa!"The moment I heard Henry saying it, I froze on my position. The floor beneath my feet felt cold and soft, not as much as even a firm carpet, but not right for oak planks. And it seemed to be disappeared along with the world around me."Hey, Atlas. Meet her. She is Tessa!" The only voice I could hear was most probably Henry's.Tessa! How was it possible? Was I seeing things? Was I hearing things? He, Henry is going to marry her!My mind was swirling, my breaths were shallow. My heart still was beating, but against a chest that felt hollow. My eyes still could see, yet the world that was so close around me seemed so far away.I was spellbound until Henry came in front of me and spoke with his clam voice. "Caroline, you know her. I don't think I need to introduce her to you.""Of course, she knows me," Tessa said as she smiled wickedly and took steps towards me. "She is my sister. Twin sis
Caroline's POV..."Atlas. Where are we going?" I asked Atlas, looking outside through the glass of the car. He was not driving to our home.He maintained a straight face and continued driving as if I was no one or just an invisible human. He is behaving like an arrogant pig now."Yah. Answer me." I glared at him and that made him chuckle silently. "You will know it soon anyway. Why are you shouting?" Whenever he drives, he looks extra hot and it makes me want to jump onto him. But no. Control, Caroline.Okay, I can control. But I can not stop staring at him. "What again? Am I looking too delicious?" He sneered."No. Not at all." I squinted. This guy has something on me. He always knows how to make me smile. I was crying like a baby there and he pulled me in his arms. Then every single pain flew away. He has his magic on me.After a long time, he stopped the car. Before I could look around to check the place, he tied a blindfold around my head. "Yah. What are you doing?" I asked as I s
Atlas's POV..."Atlas. Who told you I missed school? Eve?" Caroline asked, smiling at me. She was smiling all these while. Indeed she was so happy today. And I am glad that she was.But I do not think she will be able to smile like this after a while. And I am already feeling guilty about that. I took a deep breath to fill my lungs with air before I looked at her calmly. "Isn't it obvious?""It is." She replied, looking around, scanning the area.We were sitting on the bleachers in the basketball court of the school. There was no one around us, it was empty and somewhat dark."It is, right? She told me about something that she should not." I said and clutched my sweaty hands together as she held my gaze.She drew puzzles in her blank face. "What? What else did she say?" She tilted her head.I pursed my lips, forcing smile. "Well, let's not talk about her." I paused and stared deep into her eyes. "I told you... to be my good friend today. Not a good wife.""Yeah. And?" She asked, raisin
Caroline's POV...Slowly and reluctantly, I uncovered my face. I blinked, closed my eyes, and squinted again. Streaks of sunlight penetrated the window and blinded me."Ah!" A soft winch escaped my lips as I felt the resistance of moving my body. Last night, he was very gentle... but because we did it... again and again, my body was struggling with the soreness.It was already 3 when I glanced at the clock before we go to sleep. I stretched my neck and glanced at the pillow beside me. But where is he?Somehow I managed to sit up, dragged my feet off the bed, and rubbed my knuckles onto my eyes. "Little thief. Where are you?" I called out, stretching my arms above my head, yawning.No response!"Yah. Where are you?" I called out again, peeking at the bathroom. But the door was open so he wasn't there.I took my phone before I went downstairs and searched in every corner of the house. But he wasn't there.Could he be in the garden? I opened the door and rushed outside. As soon as I took
Caroline's POV...After about thirty minutes, we have finished cleaning ourselves and was now sitting in the dining room with my dad while waiting for the housekeeper to prepare the extra set of breakfast for Atlas.There was a happy smile spread across my dad's face as his eyes never stop looking at us.My eyes were held low, my face was still in crimson red. Looking at how dad smiled at us, I was very sure that aunt already told them everything she saw in my room just now.I think Atlas sensed my embarrassment and smiled slightly before he took my hand and gave me a gentle squeeze, telling me silently that he is here with me and nothing to worry about.Atlas let go of my hand when the housekeeper came out from the kitchen, walking towards us. He took the glass of orange juice in front of him and took a small sip, trying to hide his embarrassed expressionAunt placed the plate in front of him and smirked.She leaned closer to me to whispered softly into my ear. "I didn't know... our
Atlas...The morning began to seep through the window allowing the sun to warm Belle's heavenly face. It brought a soft smile on my face by just watching hersleeping in my arms. Waking up beside her again has been the best morning for me since she ran away from home for almost two weeks. Finally, she was back into my embrace again.Bringing my hand towards her face, I gently tracedmy fingers along her jawline with the touch of a feather, feeling her warmth and softness against my skin.There were faint dark circles under her eyes from lack of sleep. Because of all the misunderstandings we had, she must have been very unhappy and didn't sleep well at night too. And last night, I've totally drained her.Thinking about last night brought another wide smile to my face as I leaned closer to kiss the tip of her nose. She smelled like heaven and the addictive scent of her is making my mouth watery and my body reacting uncontrollably again. I buried my face into the curve of my neck, my lip
Atlas's POV...It was actually not my plan, but seeing her slightly red eyes, anyone could easily say that she was... in the mood. Yeah... that mood.So, I thought why not make her suffer for a while?"So... it has happened already. But we don't know anything. Great." Rohan narrowed his gaze at me, talking about Caroline and me.I took some popcorns from the bowl and put them inside my mouth. "It doesn't matter. I'm telling you now.""Paris is the city of love. It's true. By the way, How many times?" Rohan asked as he nudged his elbow against my arm.I show him my five fingers while munching on the popcorns. "Five."Rohan sneered again, his eyes slowly widened. "I can't believe it. My friend is not a virgin anymore."I tilted my head. "Same goes for you. Now stop talking nonsense. And Let's watch a movie together. Where are the ladies?" I pursed my lips and turned my head to Caroline and Sunbin who was in the kitchen,Something was wrong. Sunbin was smirking while my little bonfire was
Atlas's POV...Who was she? The voice was familiar. She must be someone I know, or she knows ne very well. And there is something important I should know? What's that?When my curiosity started overflowing, Caroline's voice shook me up."Anything wrong, Atlas?" She asked, seeing me tensed.I turned around to look at her in the kitchen as I nodded my head firmly. "Someone called me and told me to meet her. She said there is something important I should know!" I shouldn't hide anything from her, it was a promise.Beep BeepMy phone beeped. I glanced at the phone screen before shifting my gaze at her again. "She has sent me the address..""Who?" Caroline's face went puzzled just like mine.I shrugged. "I don't know. But... what do you say? Should I go?"She pursed her lips, thinking deeply. After a while, she took a long breath and nodded. "I think it's work-related. It can be really important. I think you should."It can be important but it can't be work-related. Because if it was work-r
[THIS CHAPTER CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT. Please avoid this chapter, if you are not comfortable reading 18+ content]Atlas's POV...I slowly opened my eyes from my beauty, waking up by the soft tinkling that was coming from somewhere near. I blinked my eyes several times until my blurred vision restored. The sound was coming from the balcony, so I turned to the balcony. There was a wind chime dancing against the soft wind. It was still dark outside and the street lights were seeping into the room through the side window.Did I wake up by any nightmare? But I don't remember. And my heartbeats is steady, I'm not sweating, I'm not trembling. My temperature is normal. No... wait. It's not normal. I feel warm.I gasped when someone tightened an arm around my waist. Wait... the warmth. It's Caroline.My half-conscious mind started to regain its senses and my lips instantly curled up with a soft smile when I felt her soft flesh pressed against my body.With my very gentle move, I manoeuvred my b