ELIANA I locked gazes with my father, my eyes wide with terror, my heart was beating so fast, I knew he was capable of doing the most unthinkable thing.My father's eyes blazed with a fierce and unholy anger, the irises burning with an inner fire that seemed to sear my very soul. I trembled at the thought of his wrath.Here's a rephrased version that maintains I could see the rage in his eyes, and I wouldn't be surprised if he'd feed my blood to the vampires."How dare you, Eliana?" my father thundered, his voice exploding through the room like a crack of lightning, making me recoil in fear.As was her custom, Victoria, his stunning yet sinister wife, stood poised in the shadows, a devilish smile spreading across her face like a dark stain, her eyes glinting with malice.An unmistakable smile played on her lips, a twisted gleam in her eyes, for she reveled in my misery, feeding off the venomous hatred my father spewed towards me, her presence a constant reminder of the toxic dynamics
ELIANA "I'm so sorry, Dad," I apologized, knowing the words would fall flat and do nothing to ease the hurt and resentment that had taken hold of his heart.Nothing I ever did seemed to make a difference, and I felt a pang of hopelessness wash over me."Your apology is meaningless, you fool," Victoria spat, her voice venomous. "Do you have any idea the pressure you've put my husband under?”"You're such an ungrateful wretch," Victoria's voice dripped with disdain. "After everything we've done for you - taking you in, providing for you... is this how you repay our kindness?”I was stunned. Did she really just say kindness? After everything I'd been through? The countless leftovers I'd scavenged, the brutal beatings I'd endured, the relentless suffering I'd faced... and she dared to speak of kindness? The word felt like a slap in the face, a cruel mockery of my reality.I wished that the universe had a way of punishing deceit, that a spirit of truth would strike down those who spoke li
ELIANAI begged, my voice cracking with desperation. "No, Dad, please! I'm very sorry, I'm so sorry!" I collapsed to my knees, my body wracked with sobs as Cannis approached me with an unyielding expression. My hands grasped at my father's legs, pleading for mercy, but he remained unmoved, his face a mask of stone.A blood-curdling scream tore from my lips as Cannis seized my arm with brutal force. I couldn't contain my anguish; tears burst forth from my eyes, streaming down my face like a torrent of despair.Memories of my last confinement in the dungeon came flooding back, and I shuddered at the recollection. The relentless darkness, the gnawing hunger, the parching thirst, and the absence of sunlight had nearly claimed my life. The thought of facing such brutal punishment again was almost too much to bear.I was already writhing in agony, but the sly, triumphant smile spreading across Vivian's face was like a dagger twisting in my wound, amplifying my suffering."Shut your mouth
Eliana Darkness had shrouded me for what felt like an eternity - three days, maybe more, lost in a void without sustenance or reprieve. Hunger and thirst gnawed at my belly, a relentless reminder of my confinement. The thought of escaping was tempting, but I knew it was hopeless. Even if I somehow managed to break free, I had nowhere to go and no one to turn to. The thought sent a chill through me, leaving me feeling lost and alone. For three long days, I'd been spared the agonizing stabs of pain that had become my unwelcome companions, a small mercy in an otherwise desperate My mind was consumed by thoughts of Axel. I desperately wanted to see him, to explain why I'd lied and tell him the truth. I felt overwhelmed by my secrets and longed to confess everything to him. Sleepiness crept in, but the pangs of hunger kept me alert. I knew I had to dig deep and find the strength to keep going, no matter how bleak things seemed. Survival was my only option. The sudden burst of s
ELIANA"Congratulations to you," she said, the sarcasm dripping from her voice like venom. I could feel the malice emanating from her, but before I could respond, I heard a voice behind her. "Gooday ma’am.”It was Canis, his deep voice low and even. He bowed slightly to greet Vivian, his eyes never leaving hers, before turning to me. His expression darkened, and he strode towards me, his movements swift and purposeful. I tried to step back, but he was too quick. He grabbed my arm, his grip like a vice, and dragged me out of the room violently, leaving Vivian's mocking smile behind.So ironic I was the one treated like a slave in my father’s house. The disdain was too much Vivian was given so much attention and real while me? I was just… a failure.As Canis dragged me out of the room, I couldn't help but wonder if I was being freed. Was my father finally considering releasing me from this mysterious prison? The thought sent a spark of hope through me, but it was quickly extinguished b
IsabellaCannis tossed me to the floor, and I landed with a thud, my palms scraping against the cold surface. Herold's voice cut through the air, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Don't treat her like that," he said, his words laced with mockery. "She's my wife, after all." The way he said it made it clear that he was only defending me out of mockery.His voice was tinged with disdain, and I felt a sting of humiliation at his words. I looked up at him, meeting his gaze, and saw the amusement dancing in his eyes. He was enjoying this, enjoying the power he held over me.I shook my head, trying to process the surreal scene unfolding before me. At first, I had thought that Victoria and my so-called father were pretending to be kind to me just to appease Herold, to keep him happy and invested in their twisted games. But now, I wasn't even sure of that. Everything seemed to have taken a wild turn, and I was struggling to keep up. Herold's sarcastic defense of me, Canis's rough handling, an
ISABELLAI watched as he remained oblivious to my presence, his attention focused elsewhere. I couldn't help but wonder what he was doing here and why he seemed so out of place.Within me I wished we would cross paths, but that would just mean unleashing another phase of pain.But before I could ponder further, the ladies escorted me into the house.The interior was luxurious, but in an old, faded way. The air was thick with the scent of decay and rot, and I could feel the weight of years of neglect bearing down upon me.One of the ladies spoke up, her voice breaking the silence. "I will direct you to the shower, where you can prepare for tonight," she said, her tone firm but polite. I nodded, still feeling a sense of unease and disorientation.I looked at the lady; I noticed a subtle shift in her demeanour. She seemed softer and more gentle, and her voice took on a slightly warmer tone.It was a stark contrast to the way she had spoken to me earlier, in the presence of Herold. I reme
ElianaThe weight of my situation bore down on me, making me feel hopeless. Maybe I shouldn't even bother trying to escape. I had no one to turn to, no ally to trust. If I did manage to escape, where would I go? Axel's face flashed in my mind, but I pushed it away. He would probably hate to see me, and besides, I had no idea where he was. I was completely alone, with no one to rely on. The thought was suffocating. Even if I did escape, I would be on my own, with no one to help me. The risk was too great, and I felt like I was trapped with no way out. Maybe it was better to just accept my fate and try to make the best of it. ‘Best out of it.’ I scoffed bitterly at my own thoughts.But the thought of giving up, of surrendering to Herold's plans, was unbearable.I snapped back to reality, the lady's waving hands breaking the spell of my reverie. "Hello, ma'am," she said, her voice tinged with a hint of amusement. I felt a flush rise to my cheeks as I realized how lost in thought I had
AXELThe full moon had risen once more, a reminder of the time that had passed since I last spoke with Eliana. I had given her a clear order to be here, but when the moment came, she was nowhere to be found. Frustration settled in, and I knew I couldn't let this slide. I sent Tom to fetch her, determined to ensure she understood the importance of her presence. This meeting was not just a casual visit; it was a significant moment that demanded her attention.The full moon hung heavy in the sky, a silent reminder of the promise I'd made and the punishment I'd vowed. Eliana should have been here, standing before me.But she wasn't. I'd sent Tom, a man who wouldn't fail, to bring her back. This wasn't just a meeting.it was a reckoning.I had chosen the forest because it drew me in with its haunting beauty, its twisted limbs and whispering leaves resonating deeply within me. It was as if the darkness that dwelled beneath its canopy was a reflection of the shadows that lurked within my
ELIANA"Okay, I should pack my clothes then," I said, trying to convey with my expression that he should give me some privacy and let me pack. However, Tom didn't take the hint. Instead, he just stood there, staring at me with an unwavering gaze that made me feel like he was waiting for something, or maybe even searching for something in my reaction. His eyes seemed to bore into me, making me feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. I shifted my weight, feeling a growing sense of unease under his intense scrutiny."You wouldn't be needing much, a uniform will be given to you," Tom said, his words dripping with an air of finality. My heart sank, drenched in disappointment and a sense of loss. But I steeled myself, refusing to let my emotions get the better of me. I reminded myself that this was still a better fate than being back at Herold's estate, a place that held nothing but pain and misery for me. I took a deep breath, trying to find solace in the fact that I was moving forward,
ELIANAThe sudden knock on the door jolted me out of my thoughts, making me jump in surprise. I was still reeling from the awful thoughts that had just flooded my mind, the dark and twisted images lingering like a bad taste. It thought it was a night but it wasn’t. It was like a vision. I still couldn’t comprehend.The knock was like a shockwave, snapping me back to reality and forcing me to confront the unease that had been building up inside me. I felt disoriented, like I'd been pulled out of a nightmare, but the sense of dread lingered, refusing to dissipate. Something about the knock seemed ominous, like a harbinger of bad news, and I couldn't shake the feeling that whatever was on the other side of the door was going to make things worse. I hesitated for a moment, my heart racing, before I slowly got up to answer the door, my mind still reeling from the darkness that had consumed me just moments before."Come in," I said, my voice wavering slightly as I tried to compose mysel
ELIANAI had a dream, the same scary old usual dream that haunted me for what felt like an eternity. It was a dream that I'd had countless times before, a dream that seemed to tap into the deepest recesses of my mind and unleash a torrent of fear and anxiety. Every time I had this dream, it felt like a weight was crushing me, suffocating me, making it hard to breathe.In the dream, I'm walking through a desolate landscape, surrounded by nothing but darkness and shadows. Every step I take feels like a struggle, as if I'm wading through quicksand, sinking deeper with each passing moment. I try to run, but my legs feel heavy, as if they're weighed down by anchors. I'm trying to escape, but I don't know what I'm running from.The fear is palpable, it's like a living, breathing thing that's wrapped around me, squeezing tighter with every step. My heart is racing, my breath is ragged, and I'm convinced that I'm going to die. I'm convinced that whatever is chasing me is going to catch me, an
Axel"Listen, I don't know if I'm ready to do this, to be honest. I've been thinking about it for a while now, and I've got a lot of doubts. But at the same time, I've got a feeling that I need to take the plunge. It's like, what's the point of wondering about it if I don't take the chance? I've been around for years, and I've learned that sometimes you've just got to take a deep breath and go for it.I've been weighing up the pros and cons, trying to make sense of it all. And let me tell you, it's not easy. There's a lot of uncertainty, a lot of unknowns. But I've got a gut feeling that this could be the right move. Maybe it's time for a change, maybe it's time to shake things up a bit.I've been thinking about all the what-ifs, all the things that could go wrong. But I've also been thinking about all the things that could go right. And you know what? I think the potential rewards are worth the risk. I'm not getting any younger, and I don't want to look back on my life and wonder wha
ELANAToday was the full moon, and I was supposed to meet Axel – the anticipation had been building up inside me like a stormy weather. As the appointed time drew closer, my emotions swirled in a complex dance, each step carefully choreographed by uncertainty and curiosity. What did Axel want to show me? Was it something he'd been planning for a long time, or was it a spontaneous decision? The questions swirled in my mind like a vortex, making it hard to focus on anything else.As I waited, anxiety crept in, its presence subtle yet palpable. What if this was something life-changing? What if it altered the course of our relationship forever? I couldn't shake off the feeling that Axel's revelation would be significant, that it would leave an indelible mark on my life. My heart beat faster at the mere thought of it, a mix of excitement and apprehension warring for dominance.Despite the uncertainty, I trusted Axel. He'd always been enigmatic, but there was something about him that drew m
ELIANAThings were different between us now, but it hadn't been a fairytale. Even after all this time, I still felt a surge of protectiveness towards her that was both infuriating and undeniable. It was as if my instincts had been hardwired to shield her from harm, no matter how much logic screamed otherwise. The memories of it lingered, refusing to be extinguished by the passing of time or the complications that had grown between us. Every glance, every word, every shared moment seemed to tug at the threads of a bond that neither of us fully understood. And yet, despite the depth of these feelings, the reality was far from perfect. Life had a way of testing our resolve, of pushing us to confront the parts of our relationship that were fragile, frayed, or broken. Still, the protectiveness remained—a stubborn, maddening part of me that refused to let go.If I ask you ‘if you were in my shoes what will you do?’ of course I know what your response will be.If I were in your shoes, I'
ELIANALife had spiraled out of control, descending into a chaotic mess that seemed to worsen with each passing day. But the most unbearable part was the weight of Axel's disdain, a palpable force that pierced my very soul. It wasn't as though we had ever been close or even particularly fond of each other; in fact, I had always gotten the sense that he tolerated me at best.Yet, there was something about the way he looked at me now that was different. The disdain had always been there, simmering just below the surface, but now it had erupted into full-blown hatred. His eyes, once perhaps just cold or indifferent, now burned with an intensity that made my skin crawl. Every glance was like a dagger to the heart, a reminder that I had somehow managed to incur his wrath.As I navigated the treacherous landscape of our relationship, I couldn't help but wonder what had triggered this shift. Had I unknowingly crossed a line? Had something I did or said sparked this fierce animosity? The ques
AXELI had returned to the Moon Light Pack's territory, determined to get justice for the heinous act that an asshole had been committed against me. The pack's healer, had taken me under her wing and shared some valuable tips on how to catch the perpetrator. With her guidance, I felt a sense of empowerment and determination wash over me.words echoed in my mind as I walked through the forest, the moonlight casting eerie shadows on the trees. "The key to catching this individual lies in understanding their motivations and patterns," she had said. "You must be vigilant and observant, paying attention to every detail, no matter how small it may seem."I took her advice to heart, my senses on high alert as I navigated the familiar terrain. I noticed the way the trees creaked in the wind, the sound of distant howling, and the faint scent of damp earth. Every detail was etched into my memory, and I was determined to use this information to track down the jerk who had done me wrong.As I wal