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