Chapter 57 Sansa's Pov "I can't help but wonder why they came, and I know you have some answers, but you choose to keep them hidden, leaving me to speculate," I asked, my displeasure visible when we both stood around the other side dungeon gate. Bella continued to stroll as if my presence didn't matter to her. "You can't just leave like that! I deserve to know," I pleaded, desperate for her to reveal the truth."It's better not to delve deeper into the well of secrets; once you jump in, there's no turning back," said Bella, her voice full of wisdom and seriousness.Her enlightening words made me think twice about my unquenchable curiosity. My previous deeds had already done irreparable harm. Ray's awful circumstances weighed heavily on my conscience, and I felt personally responsible for the mayhem I had unintentionally produced.In my pursuit of justice for Hina, I had caused massive shambles, and Ray, an innocent guy, had ended himself in prison as a result of my botched inquiry.
Chapter 58The piercing scream echoed down the corridor, sending chills down my spine. My heart begged me to intervene, despite my mind's caution to stay away, because Hina's suffering and distress tugged at my sympathies.I followed the noise into the hallway, where Edward had a firm grip on Hina's hand and was dragging her against her will. Her desperate struggles appeared to fuel his rage, and the audience watched with a mixture of wonder and concern."No, please, no!" Hina begged, tears running down her face, her once-tidy hair matted, and her ripped gown making her appear frail and defenseless. She battled like a cornered animal, looking for any way out, but it was evident that there was none.Edward's strong instruction muffled her cries, and he brutally struck her face twice, leaving a severe red mark. "Shut up!" Witnessing such savagery from someone I despised made my heart race faster, and I held my breath.The person who had saved me during the trial had turned out to be a
Chapter 59 Sansa's PovThe finding of Vera within Hina's body surprised and silenced the pack members in the dimly lighted hallway."That was strange," amazed Amara said."I've never heard of two souls sharing one body before," puzzled Fariya exclaimed."Powerful witches can achieve incredible feats with their spells," said Jerry."But the concept of body sharing is difficult to grasp; it goes beyond any ordinary spell," said Amara."Does Maya know anything about Vera?" inquired Fariya, her interest peaked."How could she not? Hina hasn't lived with her on the mountain in a long time," explained Ruth."Why didn't you tell us about Vera earlier?" inquired Fariya, attempting to gain a better understanding of the situation.I turned around and began heading back upstairs, wanting to avoid further involvement, and feeling a strong desire to detach myself from the situation."Vera wasn't a threat to us," said Amara, trying to justify the concealment."Did you know about it, Lady Sansa? You
Chapter 60 Xavier's Pov In the middle of the jungle's untamed splendor, I became involved in an emotional dance with Sansa. Her rage and desperation were evident, causing her to keep her distance from me even as I ached for her closeness.The sun began to set as she stood on the edge of a cliff, spreading a warm warmth on her tear-streaked face. The mild breeze tousled her wavy hair, and she appeared to be a captivating enigma, both fierce and frail, at that moment."Stop!" I cried out to her, my voice echoing through the trees, but she moved away from me, her footfall mimicking the bird tunes."D-Don't try to flee!" I stammered, my pulse racing as I reached out for her, only to have her pull back even further as if she didn't want me to witness her weakness.Desperation filled my chest as I took another step toward her, pleading with her to return to me, to give us a chance to work things out. But she stood firm, her eyes filled with a mix of anguish and contempt."Don't come near m
Chapter 61 Xavier's Pov Certainties appeared doomed to fail from the start. The urgent desire to reconcile the schism between my brother and myself proved useless, a bridge too far to cross.When my feelings got too great to bear, I sought sanctuary in the darkness, away from inquisitive eyes. Tears that begged to flow freely were repressed behind a strong veneer, my countenance a well-crafted mask to protect the fury within. I lingered outside the chamber, barred from entering the holy space that held the thread of life for Levine, waiting for the news that seemed to take a lifetime.Elodie, a figure of seasoned wisdom and deep spirituality among our flock, finally emerged from the room. Her glance met mine, filled with wisdom and compassion. "He clings to life, despite the fact that the sands of time are shifting. Be ready for whatever fate has in store for you," her words conveyed both solace and grief.My throat clenched, and a single tear ran down my cheek, the outward embodimen
Chapter 62 Xavier's Pov I screamed, "Edward!!" As Vera's voice rang out from within the cell, my gaze shifted quickly. "He not dead yet, I should give him a more terrible death."My gaze caught hers as I turned to face her. Vera's eyes were a bright white against the murky shadow of the dungeon. An ethereal cloud seemed to express her arcane intentions above her.Her comments carried an uncomfortable weight, a declaration of power and vengeance. "Welcome Alpha Xavier of the Oak pack."My question pierced through the tension, and my words were a challenge. "What exactly do you want?"Vera's lips smirked, and her eyes twinkled with curiosity. "How do you know I'm looking for something?""Disasters can give rise to power, but chaos frequently hides a yearning for vengeance," I answered, my tone firm.Vera's gaze met mine, and there was an unsaid agreement between us. "You could have concluded I desired power.""But your power is obvious; there's no need for anything else. As a result,
Chapter 63Xavier's Pov My life had been a frenzy of travel and celebration as a free spirit, partying in several countries with a large group of friends. When I came home, it was just for a short time, and my mother never moaned because she knew I'd be gone shortly. My father, on the other hand, was always concerned about my free-spirited character, hoping that I would completely embrace my pack position.While I was technically a pack member, I never felt like one, especially when I wasn't carrying out my responsibilities. Despite my reservations, the Oak pack readily offered me the crown following my parents' sad death. They regarded me as the proper succession because I was the son of the revered Alpha, Garrison Ronan. They were my family in this way, though I couldn't help but feel unworthy of their love and commitment.My parents' deaths had changed my perspective on family, and Levine's absence during my years of seeking him was a cause of tremendous anguish.Sansa's animosity
Chapter 64Sansa's Pov He was a ruthless, self-centered Alpha, a true psychopath who only cared about himself. He had no qualms about inflicting harm on others for his own gain, entirely unconcerned about the anguish he inflicted. That wasn't his issue; he did anything he wanted without hesitation.My life had devolved into a living nightmare. Each passing second brought with it apprehension, as I wondered what terrible move Xavier would make next, and how close he would pull me toward him the next time. The thought sent shivers down my spine, and I knew I had to put a stop to it before things got worse.I might have left Logan to save his life, but I was still loyal to him, and I needed to save myself from Xavier to do justice to Logan.As I moved away from Xavier, who had just shown his dark, diabolical side, my soul was shocked to its core. The morning was rising, the forest was alive with the lovely symphony of birds, and the sky was brightly colored. Nonetheless, my future appear
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Chapter 105"You will," he said firmly, even though he always wanted me to give up.His constant efforts to break me were wearing me down, leaving me weak despite my best efforts to appear powerful in his company.As the sound of Elodie's approaching footsteps aroused Xavier, I remained in the cell with Vera. She was casting spells that rendered Felix and Marina asleep and concealed their activities from curious eyes."I think we can discuss now in peace," said Elodie, turning to face Xavier on her right, who was slightly to her left."I am right here on your left side," said Xavier to Elodie, when she was too far away to notice his direction. "How are you doing, Hina?" Or should I call you Vera?" mocked Elodie."I'm better than you, at least I don't swallow the innocent's soul," answered Vera defiantly.Soul? The word grabbed my interest, and I noticed Xavier staring at me quietly. Though he tried to hide it, his eyes were filled with despair and anxiety. However, I could see the exp
Chapter 104 The mood in the room was tense and charged with emotion. I stood outside, seeing Xavier in an unusually vulnerable state. His tears streamed freely, and my heart swung back and forth between pity and bitterness.As Elodie feverishly tried to save Levine, her magical chanting filled the air. Despite her efforts, the outcome was bleak. My father's lifeless body flashed before my eyes, and the agony of loss resurfaced, forcing me to relive that terrifying moment.Tears flowed down my cheeks, and I struggled to keep them under control. The sight of Xavier crying elicited contradictory emotions in me. I detested him for everything he had done to me, yet witnessing him suffer stirred my long-buried affection.Elodie's remarks pierced the gloomy air, foreshadowing Levine's waking. "He will wake up soon."When his brother was saved, Xavier remained still, as if stunned by the mental storm. "Well done; now it's your turn to accept your price," he said, a tear coming from his eye.
Chapter 103 Sansa's Pov As Adam approached me warily, I kept saying, "It's not my blood; Bella was attempting to do something stupid."Adam gently grasped my hand and grabbed a handkerchief from his pocket, his face filled with concern. "You need to take care of yourself first," he chastised quietly as he gently cleaned the blood off my forearm. It was then that I realized I'd harmed myself while battling Bella, but the blood wasn't mine."We all want you to be healthy, you're the most loved member of the pack," he said as he wrapped the handkerchief around my arm.I said, "Thank you for saving my life from a wild creature back in the bush," and I exhibited the treated wound wrapped in his handkerchief, "For that." "We should be thanking you," said Adam with a grin. "You came to our aid just in time. I doubt Xavier is appreciative since he was one second away from death.""What do you mean?" I inquired, perplexed."He was there when wild monsters leaped on him, just an inch away fr
Chapter 102What would happen if the other members of the pack discovered them? When Amara's husband passed away, she became free and could be with Jerry legally. Why then did they keep their relationship a secret? Was it unlawful or against the rules of their pack to form a connection with a pack member? Something seemed off, something strange was happening, and as I began to have several questions at once, I started to leave.I looked over the pack members who were cleaning the mansion, arranging new couches, tables, and chairs, and removing damaged furniture from the inside. Nobody was ever prepared for the destruction, and when killing wild creatures became impossible, we all lost hope in life. I was fortunate to kill a wild creature that wasn't immortal; if it had been, Levine and I would already be dead.Members of the pack were acting normally, but I could tell they were all still traumatized. Their eyes remained alert to spot any approaching wild creature.I came to a halt i
Chapter 101 Sansa's Pov Back to the mansionXavier's actions perplexed and upset me. The simple bowl of banana custard had become a symbol of his mistrust or sadistic pleasure in seeing me suffer. He left me alone with a bang of the door, my tears falling nonstop, suffocating me with grief.Escape from this psychopath's grasp appeared impossible. Every breath I took seemed like a weight, as the walls closed in on me, emotionally and physically strangling me.Though I could have chosen Xavier and extended my life, I opted to accept my fate and confront death. The more he tried to dominate me, the more determined I got to resist, no matter what the repercussions were.Logan, my wonderful lover, was the driving force behind my decision. I had made the ultimate sacrifice to save him, gladly giving up my life for his sake. I could only hope that he would understand and forgive me for carrying such a great load on my heart.Walking was difficult in my ecstasy; each step felt like a massive
Chapter 100Sansa's Pov My gaze switched from the dropped knife to my grandfather's face, his eyes filled with a sickening mix of fury and loathing. He despised both my mother and me, and now that my father was no longer protecting me, I had become his primary target.I pushed back against his hard grip on my collar as he grabbed for the knife that had dropped. As he took a few steps back, dragging me closer by the collar, his goal to harm me became evident.I dug my sharp teeth into his wrist, creating imprints that drew terrible screams from him, summoning all of my strength. My actions seemed to aggravate his rage, and he tried to push me away with force.I gasped for air as soon as he let go of my collar, but my relief was fleeting as he flung me into the wall, causing my head to smash into the surface and sending me sprawling to the ground.He rushed toward me, tears flowing down his cheeks, bent on swinging the knife. As I lay helpless and terrified on the floor, he regarded me
Chapter 99Sansa's Pov Shadows danced on the walls as I sat facing my stern grandfather, anxious to solve the mystery of my parents' remarkable love. The air was tense because I knew how he felt about anything non-human, especially my mother, a werewolf—the very kind he was famed for hunting."Lay me next to your mother when I close my eyes for the rest of my life, and I will rest in peace," my father's ultimate wish to be buried near the woman he loved, my mother, resonated in my thoughts.He recalled their fateful meeting in the bush, where he was hunting to protect the locals from wild animals. He discovered my mother there, injured and in werewolf form. He brought her home and cared for her wounds out of compassion for animals, unknowing of her true nature.When Grandfather Falkor was away, my father nursed her, and to his surprise, she evolved into a human in before of his eyes—a revelation that warmed his heart and spurred an ardent desire to learn more about her.Their bond gr
Chapter 98Sansa's Pov Back in timeAs the rain dropped gently from the twilight sky, each droplet carried the aroma of dust like teardrops, the atmosphere was heavy with sorrow. I was dressed solemnly in a black robe, clutching a half-moon-shaped pendant around my neck—a special present from my father, a keepsake I treasured. It was my habit to touch the pendant whenever I'm feeling down. My mother had given it to him on their wedding day, but fate had passed it on to me after she died shortly after I was born.I stood at my father's grave with my grandfather, Falkor Grant, under a weeping sky. I had hoped for sympathy from him, but his cold stare said it all, making me feel like a weight he refused to carry. The weight of his apathy destroyed my heart, leaving me feeling completely alone and abandoned.He was dressed in a black long coat and holding the umbrella that had previously protected me from the rain—the same umbrella that my father had used to protect me. He remained there