“I- I…” I have just begun to stutter as our attention gets caught by a strange rattling sound. We look up simultaneously to see the bucket reach the border of the scaffold and empty itself over us. I only have enough time to bury myself against his chest and he moves away in reflex but can’t preve
ArtemisiaI continue to rub my clothes in the streaming cold water, but I can’t seem to get the paint off. This is the worst. Feeling on the verge of crying, I’m glad that they are letting me clean up the mess alone. Even if their concerned looks made me think that they wouldn’t trust me to take c
Artemisia“And that’s all,” I say stupidly, my voice getting high-pitched as I finish telling him what I had already told his brothers. As I went through my tale about my rejection and Cassy revolting against me, his expression darkened more and more. By the time I got to the end of the story, and
Artemisia I always knew that he was a monster. But after Logan had given me a glimpse of his family secret, I was now sure of it. I couldn’t understand how he could tell me that being serious, and I had asked more and more questions to be able to understand the situation. But there was no avail.
She waves dismissively once again before crossing her hands back before her lap. “Oh, no. Don’t worry. I’ll wait.” Shit.My hand shakes as I move it to the plate and even Cassy whimpers in the back of my head. Scooping a bit of food onto my spoon, I jump as Daisy clears her throat. I look up at he
Artemisia As soon as she has finished her sentence, I don’t even need to feel the overpowering rage that swaps from him to know that this is going to be bad. The feeling of fire creeps up my legs, expanding in my body. It risks suffocating me as I see Fynn grabbing Daisy by her throat. “What baby?”
“I will find a way, don’t worry,” he sneers, and I shrug my shoulders. “You talk to Logan first.” “I already talked to Logan!” I shout, making his eyes widen for a split second. There you go. “He said that he is not going to reject me!” He clicks his tongue, pushing himself off the door. “Get ou
Artemisia The next day, I just decide to sleep in. I would have wanted to help out further at the construction site, but I decided against it. In the afternoon, I have a short meeting with Astrid because of the upcoming trip with the pups, and I suddenly find myself agreeing with Lisa. I have to
“How bad is it?” I ask lowly, and he tilts his head, caressing my head as he flashes me an encouraging smile. “It’s all good. You got burned pretty badly, but it will soon be better. Your wolf is doing a great job.” I sigh, closing my eyes as I feel tired. “I feel a lot better already.” “That’s g
Emma My body floats in the jelly-like water again, and I fill my lungs with a deep breath before I open my eyes again to focus them on the dark ceiling. Like the last time, the flickering lights aren’t enough to enlighten the room, and I sigh exhausted as I feel my wounds close with a sizzling se
Ace - Five Years Ago “We have to stop,” Emma whispers as soon as I break the kiss, only to claim her lips again. “We will get caught.” I chuckle, biting into her lip, making her mewl lowly. “Only if you keep talking.” “I’m serious, Ace. If they find us here we will hear it until the end of our da
Emma My heart pounds against my rib cage as I try to keep my breathing steady. I’m frozen to my spot as I stare up at him. “Mate.” Jax’s rough voice vibrates through me, making goosebumps rise on my skin. “You called for me?” I’m only able to shake my head slightly, my body shivering as if I had
“Sorry, I had to mix a new ointment as the one I had prepared was gone.” I try to sit up slowly as she halts in her tracks, sniffing the air, and closes the door behind her. “Don’t let them sneak into your room without taking responsibility for wanting to be with you. They got that from their fath
Emma I open my eyes feeling like I’m lying in gelatine. My sight slowly focuses, landing on Aunty Artemisia. She is smiling, her hands tucked flatly under her head. “Good Morning.” “Good morning,” I say with a raspy voice. She exhales, keeping her voice low. “Kai asked me to check on you, and I
My heart starts racing, my air getting cut by the lump forming in my throat. “Wait. My old quarters?” “No, Kai’s quarter,” he answers dryly, pushing the door open. “This is where you will be staying during your mission.”I laugh awkwardly, shaking my head at how he says the word ‘mission’ with a sn
Ace Cayden scoots forward, sitting on the edge of his seat. “So, how will this work? Kai told me you have become the head warrior of the Royal Army. That’s a remarkable achievement to accomplish in just five years. I’m very proud of you, even if I still hope that you will be coming back.” Well, ho
‘We will never bring her back. I’ll eat your heart from the inside if you even think about doing that.’ “What threats, Ace?” His tone is cold, and I know that they see me as brainwashed, but it’s so easy for them to watch it all from the outside without having to feel anything more than just pity.