Same routine 🔥🔥🔥🔥It took almost an hour before Simon finally let me go. I was surprised by how long he was able to hold me on his lap, but he, on the other hand, didn't seem so bothered by it. The only reason why he even let me go was just because his beta, Asher, had come in to inform him of some work they had to get done. Otherwise, I would still be there for as long as possible. When I got back into the room, I looked around the place and sighed heavily. I was starting to get sick of the place, having to constantly be in the same house, doing the same routine every day, interacting with the same people, and it really didn't help that I literally did not have anyone to call a true friend. Honestly, I was just so exhausted at this point, and the thought of my life just seemed so bleak, there was nothing fun or interesting to write about my life and it bothered me so much.“Ashley!” I heard my name being yelled out from the door, and I turned to await the arrival of none other th
Skincare 🔥🔥🔥When I got into the room, I took the dress and carefully placed it close to my bed. I got ready for bed, but as I went about my nighttime routine, I couldn't help but wonder where Lucas planned on taking me and what the outing was actually going to be about. The dress he gifted me was red, but I wasn't quite able to see the style and what it really looked like. Getting into bed, I quickly turned off the lights so that I could go to sleep as soon as possible. We were not going out so early that I would have to wake up around 5:00 a.m. or something, but the excitement was enough to make me eager to go to bed early.The next morning, I woke up from a terrible nightmare that instantly got me out of bed. The room was cool, but I was sweating all over. The fear was apparent, and although I didn't really believe much in superstitions, checking to see that it was already 6:00 a.m. bothered me a lot because there is a saying that morning dreams always come to pass.I quickly go
Preparing 🔥🔥🔥I rushed to hide the dress, but Madam Mortica was already raving at the other end, banging on the door for me to let her in. Her voice was shrill and commanding, filled with impatience. My hands trembled as I shoved the bag into the hidden compartment in the wardrobe. I had to make sure it was well concealed; she must not find it.As soon as I was sure the bag was securely hidden, I took a deep breath to calm my nerves before walking to the door. My heart was pounding in my chest, and I could feel a bead of sweat trickle down my back. “And what were you doing in there?” she questioned suspiciously as soon as I opened the door. Her piercing eyes bore into mine, searching for any hint of deception.“Nothing, what are you talking about?” I replied, trying to sound casual, but my voice wavered slightly.“Move,” she snapped, pushing me out of the way with more force than necessary. I stumbled, catching myself on the doorframe just in time. Anger flared within me. If she h
On the rooftop 🔥🔥🔥"You're really good at this," I said softly, almost in disbelief."I used to help my mom with her hair when Simon and I were still quite young," he admitted quietly, a rare hint of vulnerability in his voice. "It's been a while, though."His revelation made my heart ache a little. It was a reminder that even someone as powerful as Lucas had a past filled with moments of tenderness and family bonds. Thinking about this, I wondered if Simon had such a side to him as well. On second thought, he probably never did. Who was I kidding?He continued brushing my hair, the silence between us comfortable. I could see the concentration in his eyes, the careful way he handled each section of my hair. It was a simple act, but it felt intimate, creating a connection between us that words couldn't.Finally, he finished and handed the brush back to me. "There, all done. How does it feel?"I ran my fingers through my hair, feeling the smoothness and the care he had put into it. "
All smiles 🔥🔥🔥I was extremely stunned by what I had just seen. He had placed his phone to capture the plastic thing the waiter had brought, and it didn't take long before a picture of their menu appeared on his phone.“Whoa, how did you do that?” I asked as soon as he looked closely at his phone to study the menu.“How did I do what?”“The thing you just did. How were you able to get the menu on your phone by placing it on that plastic thing?”“Oh, the QR code scanner. It's just technology, quite advanced, if you're interested.”“Wow, I have read a lot about human technology. They are so smart, but I just can't bring myself to understand how they even come up with these things.” Lucas chuckled a bit, and I smiled in return.“And how have you been reading about all these things, Ashely?”“Oh, when Simon finishes with the magazines, articles, and newspapers he frequently reads, I gather them and read them whenever I'm bored. They honestly help a lot when I'm bored, so I really enjoy
A newfound glow 🔥🔥🔥The drive back home was very pleasant. I didn't know how to express the feeling I had; it was overwhelming."Um, Ashley, you're glowing," Lucas said while we were still upstairs on the restaurant's rooftop, and I blushed deeply at the remark."Aww, thank you," I responded, basking in the compliment."No, I don't mean that as a compliment. I mean, you are actually glowing! Can't you see the bright light emitting from your body?" he said. I pulled away from him to see what he was talking about. I placed my hands in front of me and, indeed, there was a radiant light emitting from them. I looked around and saw people staring in amazement. I gulped nervously."Um, Lucas, what's going on?""I don't know, I'm just as stunned as you are," he responded, clearly surprised."You know what, Ashley, let's just go. You're starting to get even brighter.""Wait, what?""Let's go." We hurried towards the table, and he grabbed his cell phone, signaling our immediate departure. We
What am I missing 🔥🔥🔥When I finally entered the room, I closed the door behind me and took a deep breath. The room felt like a safe haven, a place where I could collect my thoughts and try to make sense of everything. I looked at my reflection in the mirror, the faint glow still visible around me. It was a reminder that whatever was happening, it was real and not just a figment of my imagination.We needed answers, and soon. The royal seer might hold the key to understanding what was happening to me and how to control it. But until then, I had to stay strong and trust that Lucas and Simon would help me navigate this new, uncertain path.I carefully sat down, trying to clear my head, but I couldn't stop thinking about the strange light emanating from my body and the unexpected aggression I had felt. Sure, I never liked Veronica, and yes, I never wanted her in the house or anywhere near Simon and Lucas, but reacting that way? That was something I knew I would not do in my right mind
It hurts! 🔥🔥🔥**Veronica's POV**“What is this about? Are you seriously telling me that you allowed that lowly slave to beat you up?”“Mom, this isn't helping! It's already bad enough that she made me hit my butt really hard. I mean, it hurts so much right now. But please, stop saying it over and over again like that; it's embarrassing.”“Well, you should be embarrassed! Weren't you the one going on and on about her being weak and unable to defend herself? You're way stronger than she is. Why would you let such a weakling defeat you so easily?”“Whoa, Mom, calm down. I don't think you get it. She was extremely strong, and obviously, no one expected that. Even Simon himself was surprised.”“And so? You are of royal blood. You have the strength of a warrior in the blood flowing through your veins, while she is just a lowly entity that doesn't even match up to the standards of the maids we have here in the palace.”“No, Mom. You see, this is exactly where we are all getting it wrong w