They traveled in groups for hours. Sebastian is in the front, leading the troops. Like the planned, Alekxia and her group are outside Academia, guarding it against any harm. Sebastian said it would create panic if they were seen in public; it is better to not expose themselves in front of the students. They're protecting Academia in the dark, securing the safety of everybody.Dust signaled them to stop, and it's what they did. Even if it's already dark, Cassandra could still see the signboard with 'Restricted Area' written. They're still in the vicinity of the Academia's island, but this part was restricted to students. She even asked for the reason why but they weren't able to provide an answer. It is said that it was restricted because it's dangerous to roam ar

Cassandra quickly dragged Sebastian away when Ikrur jumped to the other side. She held his hand while Lisanna rushed over them and quickly healed him while handing him a shirt. Cassandra was silently thanking that the Council arrived. When Sebastian opened his eyes, Cassandra immediately hugged him.Sebastian rubbed her back. Cassandra faced him and slapped him in the face. He was surprised by what she did. Even their allies around them gasped. She was huffing while glared at him. "What were you thinking, Blood!? Recklessly attacking him!? Do you really want to die that much!? Do you really want to leave me?!" Cassandra angrily shouted while hit

Cassandra's mind went black. What Hecatos said still lingers on her mind. She doesn't want to be Sebastian's downfall. She doesn't want herself to be the reason for their defeat."My child, do not fret. I am here with you," twigs snapped as the voice soothingly said. Cassandra closed her eyes and let herself fall into the abyss. She saw her standing near the tree and smiled at her."My child, do not falter because I will guide you,"

Sebastian looked at her bloodied mate lying on the dirt after Albarin threw her. He hurriedly lay her head on his lap. Sebastian stopped crying a while ago. He just stared at her motionless body. Sebastian felt numb, empty, and hollow inside. He's full of rage and couldn't even think straight. All Sebastian knows that Cassandra's already gone. The love of his life is gone. Sebastian looked at Albarin Magnus and glared. His response was only a laugh."My, my! What a sight!" Albarin sai

Cassandra wished for everything to be a long nightmare, but the reality was cruel, and it slapped her hard on the face, almost made her stumble on her own feet. The war's still going, and there were lots of blood and corpses everywhere."Blood, I can't handle this anymore. It's too much. We've sacrificed so many lives in this war. We have to end it," Cassandra seriously said to her mate. He looked at her and let out a smile. Sebastian truly wants to end it, but the enemies were strong