*Damon*In a state of confusion, I heard Adira's voice filled with anger and disdain. "What nonsense, Jane? What is she even doing in this castle?" She sounded irritated.Even Alpha Ryker's expression had turned icy. "Emily, are you telling me that a girl named Jane looked down on you? Which family does she belong to?"At least he showed the sense not to act hastily on his emotions, instead opting to inquire about the person's identity first.Emily sneered, dripping with disdain in her voice. "She's not the daughter of an Alpha. I'm puzzled why she's even allowed to reside here, considering she's a nobody."From Emily's tone, it was evident she held no regard for Jane whatsoever. Indeed, the hint of hatred in her voice couldn't be overlooked."Indeed?" Alpha Ryker sighed, looking relieved, but then a perplexed expression crossed his face. "Then, why is she residing in the castle?" he queried,Given that the girl in question isn't of significant importance, he couldn't fathom any reaso

*Damon* I inched closer to her, taking a seat on the edge of her bed.Ensuring my movements were as silent as possible, I settled onto the bed, mindful not to disturb her slumber."She appears so care free," I murmured, a smile gracing my lips as I reached to gently brush a stray strand of hair from her face.However, as my fingers made contact with her skin, I was startled by its chill, causing me to withdraw my hand instinctively.A shiver coursed through me, yet I found myself unable to tear my gaze away from her facial look."Why am I behaving like this?" I pondered silently, the answer eluding me.Could it be merely her beauty? I wished it were so simple, but deep down, I knew it wasn't solely that. After all, I'd been in the company of other attractive women without experiencing such a reaction.Frustrated with my own thoughts, I lightly tapped my head, attempting to banish them from my mind.Dwelling on the reasons behind this inexplicable feeling would only lead to unnecessar

*Jane*I turned to Mara, looking anxious and in panic. “Who do you see at the dinning?” Mara was stunned looking at my expression, but she nevertheless replied to me. “It's Alpha Damon.” “Really?” My voice seems like one, that was expecting to hear no.It was obvious now that I wasn't the only one seeing him. Meaning, he truly was at the dinning.My heart sank even further, like a pit that has no destination.“Why are you looking pale?” Mara asked, bringing me back to reality.With my face directed at her, I could clearly see her worried looking face. Well, it wasn't her fault that she was feeling this worried, afterall my expression also wasn't in any way fine.“I'm fine, Mara. Just ignore my facial expression, I'm really fine.” I tried, assuring her.Mara didn't believe me entirely. She wanted to say more, but I saw her sigh, while holding back whatever it's she wanted to say.At this moment, I breathed in and out. Although I was still as anxious as ever inside of me, I knew I sti

*Damon*I glanced at her, feeling annoyed by her clinginess. Irritation filled my eyes as I contemplated pushing her hands away from me.Just as I was about to act on my irritation, my gaze unexpectedly landed on Jane.With a furrowed brow, I noticed Jane throwing glances in our direction. She seemed somewhat pleased.Wait, why was she wearing that expression? No one had done anything to upset her at the moment, so what could be the reason for her mood?Was… it that she was jealous!As those last words escaped from my mind, my eyes widened looking stunned. Her expression towards Emily seems kinda weird and I could only link it to being upset about our interaction.Seeing this expression of hers, I continued to indulge, in whatever nonsense Emily was performing. “Here, have this one.” She passed another meal to my plate, and I simply let her go ahead, even though I was feeling irritated.But, what I'd my thoughts were wrong? What if those looks in her eyes weren't because of jealousy?

*Jane*At that moment, the memory of being pushed by them faded from my mind as I focused on contemplating my escape or a potential plea.But no, I couldn't bring myself to plead with these arrogant and prideful individuals. Even if I did, I doubted they would listen.As I strained my brain for a solution, I heard Alpha Ryker's calm voice. "Have her dragged out onto the floor for a good hour," he ordered.His words sounded disturbingly casual, as if what he had just commanded was perfectly normal.The thought of being dragged across the floor like a sack of flour filled me with dread; I could already imagine the aftermath, with my body covered in scratches from the rough ground. This man's lack of humanity was appalling.My heart tightened, as I kept gulping down my empty throat.Even if I decide to go with my plan by falling unconscious, would I still be spared?No, I would rather be awake, with my eyes open.The three hefty men glanced at me in unison, after hearing Alpha's Ryker or