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All Chapters of The Prince of Zorana: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20
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Chapter 11
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 11: Tangled EmotionsThe night air was thick with tension as Karina stood just outside the castle’s massive gates, her breath forming faint clouds in the cool darkness. She hadn't realized how much she'd been holding in until the cool breeze hit her skin, cooling the heat that had been building inside her chest ever since the prince's confrontation. The feeling of Caden's hand in hers still lingered, as if the spark from his touch hadn't quite faded. She wasn’t sure what to make of it yet—of *him*. Everything had happened so quickly, and yet there was a depth to what they’d shared in those fleeting moments. A connection that was undeniable. But she couldn’t let herself be distracted. Not now. *Focus,* she reminded herself. She had bigger things to deal with—things that weren’t about her confusing feelings for Caden. Not yet, anyway. Her eyes scanned the courtyard, the flickering torchlight casting shadows across the stone walkway. Her thoughts kept drifting back to the princ
Last Updated : 2022-01-22Chapter 12
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Chapter 12: Fractured LoyaltiesThe silence between Karina and Caden was thick, heavy with unspoken words. She hadn’t realized how much time had passed until Caden spoke, his voice a quiet whisper that seemed to echo in the stillness of the courtyard."Karina... you don't have to worry about her."Karina swallowed, the words lingering in her throat like a bitter taste. "I’m not worried," she said, too quickly, trying to mask the uneasy flutter in her chest. "I just... don’t understand why she came back now. After all this time."Caden glanced at her, his expression unreadable, but his eyes betrayed a flicker of something—uncertainty, maybe? Or was it guilt? It was hard to tell. "She’s always been like that," he said after a pause, his voice hardening just slightly. "Coming and going, whenever she feels like it. But that doesn’t matter. What matters is—" He stopped mid-sentence, his jaw tightening. Karina turned away before she could stop herself, staring at the stone pathway beneath
Last Updated : 2022-03-24Chapter 13
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 13: Unspoken TensionsThe castle was colder than usual, or maybe it was just Karina’s heart that had turned to ice. She hadn’t seen Caden for hours now, and every passing minute that stretched into the night seemed to carry more weight than the last. She tried to tell herself it was nothing—*he was busy, after all. He had responsibilities*. But that didn't make the knot in her stomach loosen, nor the way her eyes kept drifting toward the main courtyard, hoping to catch even the smallest glimpse of him. Lena had returned, and with her, had come a shift—a change in the atmosphere, in the way people acted around her, especially Caden. *Why is he spending so much time with her?*It wasn’t just the hours spent talking, the shared glances, the quiet laughter that Karina could barely hear from the other side of the courtyard—it was the way Caden seemed to have *shifted* since Lena’s return. There was an edge to his presence when she was around. A weariness. A tension.And Karina hat
Last Updated : 2022-03-25Chapter 14
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 14: The Prince’s GambitThe night had turned ominously still, the kind of stillness that wrapped itself around the world like a heavy cloak, stifling and oppressive. The air inside the castle felt thick, weighed down by something Karina couldn’t name, but felt in every corner of her being. It was a feeling she had become accustomed to since coming here—the ever-present tension that clung to the halls of Zorana Castle, the feeling that something *dark* was always lurking just out of sight, waiting to explode.Tonight, the darkness was closer than ever.It started with a whisper, a shadow moving in the corners of her mind. A sudden shift. Karina couldn’t quite put her finger on what had triggered it, but the castle was *different* tonight. She could feel it in the pit of her stomach, the sense that something was wrong. She had been trying to ignore it, pushing through the day with as much normalcy as she could muster, but now, as she stood at the edge of the grand courtyard, the
Last Updated : 2022-04-01Chapter 15
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 15: Gabriel’s CharmThe morning light streamed through the tall windows of the castle, bathing the grand hall in a soft golden glow. It was a rare moment of peace—something Karina hadn’t felt in days. The events of the past week had weighed heavily on her, the memory of the dark figure in the shadows still fresh in her mind. The chaos that had threatened Zorana, the near-death encounter, and the uncertain tension between her, Caden, and Lena—it all seemed like a blur, a storm that had left her shaken, but somehow still standing. But today, for the first time in a long while, Karina was given a reprieve. It wasn’t much, but it was enough. “*Karina!*”The voice was bright, cheerful, and a sharp contrast to the heavy silence of the castle that she had grown used to. Karina turned toward the entrance of the hall, where a young man stood, his arms spread wide in a dramatic gesture, as though the grand entrance was a stage meant for him alone.He was tall, with a shock of unruly au
Last Updated : 2022-04-02Chapter 16
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
**Chapter 16: Beneath the Surface**The evening sky had faded into a soft, dusky purple, and the stars began to blink awake above the castle’s sprawling gardens. The music that had filled the air earlier now seemed distant, the laughter of the courtiers softer, as Karina stood by one of the tall stone columns, sipping the wine Gabriel had so enthusiastically handed her. The warmth of the drink mingled with the warmth of the evening sun still lingering over the horizon, and for the first time in days, she felt a sense of peace settle within her.She had needed this. The lightness of the moment, the laughter, the carefree nature of it all—it was a fleeting escape, but it was exactly what she needed. And then there was Gabriel, as ever the source of energy and charm, spinning about in the middle of the garden like some wind-up toy. He had a way of making everyone around him feel like they were part of something special, like the night could belong to them.Karina was about to laugh at so
Last Updated : 2022-04-03Chapter 17
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 17: The Awkward Night of UsThe moon was high, casting a soft glow over Zorana Castle’s lush gardens and sprawling stone walls. Inside the castle, the echoes of the evening’s festivities had long since faded, replaced by a thick silence that seemed to envelop the entire estate. The gentle hum of the night was only interrupted by the occasional flutter of wings from the darkened windows, and the quiet murmur of distant servants moving through the halls. But within the chambers of Caden’s private wing, there was no such peace.Karina sat on the edge of the bed, her heart pounding in her chest, her thoughts swirling in a dizzying mix of emotions. She could hear the soft shuffle of footsteps outside his door, the hushed voices of guards who were likely unaware of the tension bubbling just beyond these walls. It was as if the entire world had paused, just for this night, while she and Caden stood on the precipice of something neither of them had quite been ready for.Caden was paci
Last Updated : 2022-04-04Chapter 18
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 18: A Day of LightThe sun hung low in the sky, casting a golden hue across the landscape outside the castle. It was the first truly peaceful morning Karina had experienced in what felt like a lifetime. The weight of the past few weeks—the secrets, the betrayals, the fears—seemed to melt away in the warmth of the early sunlight. It was as if the world outside had decided to pause and give them a moment to breathe.Karina stood by the window in Caden’s room, looking out at the blooming gardens below. The air was fresh, filled with the scent of jasmine and wildflowers. She inhaled deeply, feeling a sense of calm wash over her. She wasn’t sure how long it would last, this fleeting peace, but for now, it felt like everything had aligned, if only for a brief moment. She turned away from the window as the door to the room opened. Caden stepped in, his dark hair a little tousled from sleep, his expression soft with something like contentment. He smiled at her, a look that made her he
Last Updated : 2022-04-05Chapter 19
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 19: Danger and ChaosThe calm that had settled over Karina and Caden felt like a fragile truce, a brief respite from the storm that had haunted them both. But as always, peace was a fleeting illusion. The winds had shifted, and now danger loomed on the horizon, darker than ever before.It started with a whisper. A small, seemingly insignificant rumor—something whispered in the shadows of the castle hallways, carried by servants and guards alike. The whispers grew louder over time, until it was no longer a murmur. Now, it was a storm, one that threatened to tear apart everything they had fought so hard to build.The night was still young, but the chill in the air felt wrong. Karina had just stepped out of the bathing room, her wet hair cascading down her back in soft waves. She was still adjusting the robe around her shoulders when Caden entered, his face tight with concern, eyes narrowed with a mixture of dread and determination.“Karina,” he said, his voice low and urgent. “I
Last Updated : 2024-11-15Chapter 20
The Prince of Zorana/Chogiwa
Chapter 20: The Price of SacrificeThe night had fallen into an eerie stillness, the sounds of combat outside the castle walls now replaced by an unsettling quiet that hung in the air like a thick fog. Inside the grand corridors, Karina’s heart pounded in her chest, her breath shallow as she crouched behind a stone pillar, peering around it. Her grip tightened on the hilt of her dagger, her eyes scanning for any sign of movement.The chaos had taken on an entirely new level of danger. The rogue group that had infiltrated the castle seemed to be everywhere—everywhere and nowhere. They were fast, skilled, and relentless, leaving behind only chaos in their wake. Karina’s mind raced as she thought of Caden. Had he found the source of the attack? Was he safe? Her thoughts were interrupted by a sudden, sharp scream that echoed from the direction of the courtyard. Her heart leaped in her chest, recognizing the voice instantly. It was Gabriel.*No... not Gabriel.*She didn’t hesitate. With a
Last Updated : 2024-11-15
