Semua Bab The Tyrant’s Broken Princess: Bab 31 - Bab 35

MEANDRAHere I was again, in Jasquire’s room, the air thick. I lowered my head, my heart pounding as I braced myself for whatever she was about to do. My mind raced, conjuring different scenarios, each more unsettling than the last, as I desperately tried to anticipate her next move.The silence in the room was suffocating. It made my anxiety even worse.Then my mind went to the burn on my hand.Would she hurt me again? Would she do something even worse?Finally, Jasquire spok, breaking the silence.“Here,” she said, her voice sharp and devoid of warmth.Slowly, I lifted my head and my gaze to meet hers. She stood before me, holding out a basket overflowing with clothes. Her expression was held disdain, yet beneath it, I detected a flicker of restraint, a deliberate control.She didn’t want to resort to physical violence today, or even direct confrontation, for fear that Alejandro would unexpectedly walk in, seeing her in a negative light. This was the best option she had. “Here,” she

MEANDRABelle had left with Shantai, and I resumed my work, doing whatever I could possibly do to avoid Jasquire. I held a broom, sweeping the kitchen with a sense of urgency, trying to drown out the chaos.I hummed softly as I focused on the task at hand, hoping it would keep my mind off everything else, especially Jasquire.Then they were footsteps, I ignored him, still hoping it wasn’t Jasquire. I braced myself either way just in case I was wrong. The footsteps grew louder, and I felt a knot tightening in my stomach.I knew it was only a matter of time before she found me—if that was her. I took a deep breath, willing myself to stay calm. “Please, not Jasquire,” I thought, wishing for a moment of peace.Suddenly, a familiar voice interrupted.“Meandra!” the voice yelled, breathless and urgent. I halted, my eyebrows furrowing in confusion and concern. The tone was frantic, and I could feel my heart rate quicken.Slowly, I turned to face the direction of the voice, bracing myself f

MEANDRANo one was buying it.Jasquire pushed the door open, walking in with a smile on her face. She pushed past Shantai and me. Shantai stumbled back slightly, caught off guard by Jasquire's sudden burst.Jasquire planted herself on the bed, spreading her arms wide.Leaning forward, she directed her focus toward Belle, who sat on the bed. Belle's eyes widened in surprise, reflecting a mix of shock and disgust as she stared at Jasquire.Her expression shifted quickly; the furrow in her brows deepened as she instinctively inched backward, trying to create some distance between herself and Jasquire.“Come on, Belle. Don’t be scared!” Jasquire teased, her voice light and playful. She leaned even closer. It was as if Jasquire thrived on the thrill of pushing boundaries. Belle looked over at Shantai and I for help.Shantai, who had regained her balance, stepped forward, trying to interfere.“Jasquire, please give Belle some space. The doctor said she needs rest," she said."I just want