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Chapter 17: Madam
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Moonlit Pages Chapter 18: Lost
Verena stood still under the umbrella tree where they all met up. Thirty minutes later, she still can't connect with Galen or Zoren. Earlier, it was Galen not picking up his phone, but now she literally can't contact him since he's out of reach. It was stressing her out. Maybe a little too much, since every single person that passed her gave her a weird look. They seem to think that she's losing her mind or that she's intoxicated because of how much she's pacing back and forth and being too agitated and anxious."I have to tell you something, Zoren, please: where the hell did you go?" She whispered to no one but the wind around her. She then looked around and could still see their faces.She was about to leave the spot and try to lurk around other booths where she still hasn't gone, but she was stopped by three men who walked straight into her."Woah there, if you take another step, you'd literally jump into my arms!"She winced, hearing the most disgusting pick-up line that year. Ver
Moonlit Pages Chapter 19: Good Job
"I told you, sometimes it is better to just let those kinds of people be," Verena whispered while trying to calm Zoren down. She stroked his arm as if she were trying to tame a fiesty beast. "Look at me; I am fine," she added. "You were there to save me, not to kill those people. If I had let you do that, it was going to make things worse.""Those men aren't even deserving to be called people," Zoren said, glaring. His eyes could easily kill, without a doubt. If Verena let go of his arm, he would instantly turn rabid. "They are animals, ready to do such disgraceful things only to feed their own evil desires," he scoffed. "I can't believe you would stop me from punishing them when all I did was fight for you and your dignity.""I believe that it's not that bad," Verena answered as she looked up at the stars twinkling above them. "I would rather not get your hands dirty with their blood. Think about it," she softly said, her words being very clear and meaningful. "I won't want you to do
Moonlit Pages Chapter 20: Trial
"Are you sure that it was the woman’s ability that you experienced?" Galen was skeptical upon hearing Verena’s story about how she was able to see a vision because of a fortune teller’s help. "To be honest, that’s quite difficult for me to believe," he added. "I don’t think that woman is capable of showing you what’s going to happen in the future; she might be a fake witch, trying to show off just so she could scam poor-minded people for money while manipulating their hopes and dreams.""No, Galen, I understand where you’re coming from, and believe me, I had the same exact thought at first," she explained as she leaned closer to the driver while she sat in the back seat with Zoren, who was listening to the two argue. "I was thinking that I was about to be hussled, like I was going to leave the place without getting anything in return! However, I experienced it!" she said, hitting Galen by the shoulder. "I saw it all with my own eyes, well, I think! Ah!"She took a deep breath, still f
Moonlit Pages Chapter 21: Out
The moment Verena held the doorknob to her own door, she felt a strange feeling engulf her before she could proceed to enter her house. It was a mix of fear, worry, and confusion rushing towards her all at once. Surprisingly enough, her problems seemed to disappear as soon as she was able to come in. Her nose hated the overpowering stench of alcohol filling the entire house."He’s home," she whispered to herself. After two weeks, she finally felt the presence of her uncle. "Uncle?" she called."Oi!" the old man yelled at the top of his lungs while swallowing the huge chunk of meat in his mouth. "You are here still?""What?""Where’s your rich boyfriend, huh?" the huge man asked, spitting bits of food all over the place. "Isn't he going to pay me to leave today?""What do you mean by that?" Verena was confused by what she just heard. "Who’s paying you exactly?""Well, the rich man that you brought home last time."The old man laughed. "Call him and tell him that I need more money.""Zo
Moonlit Pages Chapter 22: Closer
"She’s barely breathing!""Zoren, she’s going to be fine," Galen responded. "We are in the hospital; you can now rest, knowing that she is going to be alright.""I know how her normal breathing sounds," Zoren stated. "She’s weak.""She was badly beaten, Zoren." Galen pulled him over to the huge couch of the comfortable VIP room and let him sit back. "They checked her already; she’s weak, but she will be okay. She just needed some rest.""I need to go back.""Where?""To her house!" Zoren growled, rolling his eyes in anger. Just thinking about the scene he witnessed earlier is making his blood boil. It wasn’t as brutal as what he usually sees during battles, but seeing how Verena was weakly lying there, helpless, sent him into spirals. "I have to do something. I can't rest, knowing that I have unfinished business. I need to make him pay for what he has done!""But what are you going to do, Zoren?" Galen asked him silently, making sure that Verena wouldn't wake up because of the two of
Moonlit Pages Chapter 23: Open
"Eat, what are you doing?" Zoren rolled his eyes, pushing the bowl of hot porridge in front of Verena. "Go, finish all that.""I will, I promise.""I don't need you to promise that," Zoren said, pointing at the bowl. "Just show me.""It's piping hot, Zoren," she said, with a slight chuckle. "Do you really want me to get better, or are you trying to burn all my taste buds? I need it to cool down a bit.""Huh," said the man, sitting by the bed with his arms crossed. "I'm pretty sure Galen told me to make you eat this while it's hot.""Yes, don't worry, I will eat it still."Verena had the chance to take a good look at Zoren. He's wearing something comfortable for once, not a full-blown suit and tie. His plain white shirt and loose pants made him look so neat yet free."You look so normal," she commented. "It suits you.""Galen told me that I look intimidating walking around in a suit," he scoffed. "Although I don't get his whole point, I guess it's better to not make anyone feel uncomfo
Moonlit Pages Chapter 24: Five
Galen had done everything in his power to make a very pretty and colorful room for Verena in the palace. He had to make sure that the spacious room would still feel comfortable, as per Zoren's order. He did not expect it to be a very tiring and tricky task. But for his whole life, he never tried to shop for a woman. So he dove into the internet and searched for all the things that could help him. Even though he was quite unsure if she would want all of her stuff covered with pink lace. That's what he did. Once he was done, he had to quickly rush to the hospital to check on his friends. Verena is finally coming home after two days of staying in the hospital. Within those two days, Zoren never left her side. Although the prince was not accustomed to the human world, he managed to take care of her by himself when Galen was not there to help him out. It was amazing for Galen to see. It's not everyday that he can see a beast act so sweet and caring. It was mind-blowing. He won't be able t
Moonlit Pages Chapter 25: What If
"This room is making me dizzy.""Shut up, it's for Rena; she looks so happy about it, look!""She's not even talking," Zoren said, looking at Verena, who was silently standing by the door. "I think you made her dizzy as well. She looks like she's about to puke.""Everything about this palace is making me lose my mind," Verena said. "It's too much. I don't think I would last long in this place.""The room is hideous; just say it.""No, Zoren, it's fine," she said. "It's pink, and I respect the choice."Zoren walked into her room and checked on her closet. "I see, Galen even took care of your clothes. It's alright, I guess.""I told you guys, I got everything down perfectly!""While I stay here, I can clean the entire place!" Verena said it out of nowhere. "This place is huge.""It is," Galen agreed. "And I can use your help with maintaining it. I guess that could be your work."Zoren glared at Galen, and he instantly knew what he wanted. Galen shook his head and winked at him."We have
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