this morning with excruciating pain in my shoulder. Every movement I make sends a sharp jolt of pain through my body.
"Ouch!"
I slowly opened my eyes and surveyed my surroundings, realizing that I was back in my room. I examined my right shoulder and noticed a healing wound, which explains the discomfort.
I carefully got out of bed and made my way to the bathroom. As I undressed, memories of the events leading up to my injury flooded my mind.
Just as I opened the bathroom door, I was taken aback to find Killian standing there, his concerned golden eyes fixed on me, with a hint of fear.
As I looked at myself, embarrassment washed over me as I realized I was only in my underwear. Panic immediately set in, and I instinctively reached out for something to cover myself.
"Yah!" I screamed and hurled the soap at him, hitting him on the forehead. Killian, startled, quickly shut the door, his face showing a mix of fear and upset. I could see the tension in his strong jaw.
Shouldn't I be the one angry? I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself and avoid lashing out at my foolish security guard for his thoughtless action.
I decided to soak in my bathtub, which was filled with roses of various hues. The scent instantly relaxed me, allowing me to forget about everything else.
Wait, what happened again? The last thing I remember is Killian shielding me from an incoming crossbow, his golden eyes filled with fear once more.
I let out a sigh. No wonder he constantly calls me clumsy, even though it doesn't suit someone as strong-willed and assertive as me. I wished to see his concerned face like I did the first time I met him. However, there seemed to be something different in his expression after that incident.
I couldn't help but reminisce about the sparkle in his captivating eyes. Why am I suddenly recalling that day? I thought I had buried the memories of that dreadful day long ago. It wasn't just Killian's hurtful remarks that made me want to forget, but also the increased strictness and restrictions imposed by my parents on my freedom. All I ever wished for was a sense of liberation.
And to make matters worse, I had developed an infatuation for the most foolish man in the underworld. If there were an award for the coldest and most heartless person, Killian would undoubtedly win. Gradually, my infatuation faded, and he became the person I despised the most.
After finishing my bath, I grabbed a towel to dry my damp hair. Absentmindedly, I walked out of my room, forgetting that my guard could still be inside since I had grown accustomed to him always being outside and no one entering without my permission.
Once again, I was taken aback to find Killian sitting on my bed, staring at me as if he had seen a ghost. I dropped the towel and let out another scream.
"Waaaaa!"
"Calm down, stop screaming; you'll damage my eardrums if you keep it up. Besides, no one else can hear you since the other guard isn't here," Killian said, pointing towards the door. "And just a reminder, your room is at the top of the castle.”
Killian responded in a bored tone and flashed a mischievous grin. He shifted his position, seemingly unaffected by my outburst.
"Why did you come here? Get out of my room!" I shouted, my frustration reaching its peak.
I let out a scream of irritation, unable to contain my awkwardness and frustration. I wished I could just kick him out of my life.
"Can you at least cover your unattractive body first?" he retorted, his words hitting me like a slap in the face. Was he aware of the admirers I had at school? Of course, they had no idea about my true identity as a princess in this realm.
Frustration consumed me, and I clenched my hand tightly. Feeling powerless, I picked up the towel from the floor and stormed into my closet, slamming the door shut. I hastily searched for something to wear, making sure it was stunning to prove to the blind man standing in front of my closet that his vile insults were completely unfounded.
I settled on a simple yet beautiful pink dress and stepped out of the closet. However, as soon as I caught sight of his face, I let out another scream.
"How dare you enter my room without my permission! Did I tell you to get out?" I exclaimed, my face contorted with anger.
"First of all, I don't need your permission because your parents granted it to me. I am here in your room to guard you, as ordered by the Alpha, who happens to be your father. Secondly, why are you assuming that I have any interest in your body? To be honest, I wouldn't want a girl like you in a million ways. And thirdly, your parents instructed me to inform you that a guest has arrived and you need to prepare," Killian responded, his tone matter-of-fact.
I wanted to retaliate and assert my authority, reminding him that this was my room and I had the sole right to invite anyone I pleased. However, his second reason struck me like a blow, leaving me speechless. I found myself retreating back into my closet, my feet heavy with a mix of emotions.
It felt as if I was seven years old again, and his hurtful remarks were like a sharp dagger piercing my heart. "A girl like me..." Why was I allowing his words to affect me? Hadn't I grown accustomed to his anger? Why was I even listening to him? I knew my own worth!
"Hey, are you changing your clothes again?" Killian knocked on the door of my closet, oblivious to the hurtful things he had just said.
"Inconsiderate..." I closed my eyes, trying to maintain a composed tone.
"Yes, if there is a guest, I want to make sure I am presentable," I replied, swallowing the pain that lingered within me.
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I took a seat beside my mother, with my father seated in the middle. We were gathered in the dining hall, sharing a meal with the Beta family, who held the second-highest position in our pack. However, their presence was not due to discussions about another battle. Instead, it was because my father had asked the Beta's son to marry me. Could there be anything else that could make this already dreadful day any worse?
As they continued to talk, I found myself lost in my own thoughts, feeling drained from the events of the day and, most significantly, the hurtful words that Killian had uttered. They echoed in my mind, tormenting me.
But amidst it all, I couldn't help but wonder if it was possible for me to defy m
y father this time. Was there a way for me to disobey his wishes?
Killian The man instructed his followers to escort us back to the base of the mountain. In the midst of my contemplation, he boldly declared himself to be my long-lost twin. In my confused and disoriented state, I couldn't comprehend how I had returned to our realm. Despite the whirlwind of thoughts swirling in my mind, I clung tightly to Serena, never letting her go. As we approached Serena's cherished spot, a place that was once my sanctuary in my youth, it now held a deep resentment within me due to this princess. I began by checking if the horse that Serena had taken from the Alpha was still present. However, my inspection was abruptly interrupted by a powerful punch from the Alpha, jolting me back to reality. As I struggled to maintain my balance, my foot left a mark on the ground. To my surprise, both the Alpha and Battalion were already waiting for us. It seemed that the border guards had promptly alerted them, as I had anticipated. Following the impact, I remained motionless
Serena Of course, my comment about intimacy was meant as a joke. There is no romantic relationship between Alonzo and me; we are simply good friends. However, I used that joke to tease Killian because I was frustrated with having to follow my father's orders. As I made my way to my chamber, I couldn't help but express my annoyance. I'm tired of Killian's constant presence! I insisted that I needed to speak to Alonzo privately, and it was important for Killian not to be present due to the confidential nature of our conversation. Although it was just a fabrication on my part. Before I could enter my room, I encountered Adriana, Alonzo's older sister, walking towards me with a confident sway in her hips. I have never been fond of her; I dislike everything about her, from her hair to her smug smile. Adriana greeted her brother and gave a slight bow to me. I am well aware that she doesn't genuinely like me, mainly because Killian is my guard. I know she has a fondness for him, despite h
"Killian Adriana called out, trying to get my attention. "I'm thrilled that Luna assigned me this task. I may not particularly like that brat, but as long as you're my partner, everything will be fine," her voice filled with a mix of excitement and determination. "Killian, are you even listening?" Adriana muttered, clearly annoyed by his distraction. While Adriana spoke, my focus remained on the princess and her companion. I couldn't help but wonder what they were plotting this time. Serena seemed to have completely forgotten about our previous encounter, but the image of her exposed body was still vivid in my mind. My thoughts were clouded, making it difficult to think clearly. All of this is solely the fault of that brat. The door abruptly slammed shut in front of me as the Beta's son and the princess entered the room, interrupting my train of thought. In an attempt to calm my nerves, I tilted my head slightly. "Don't worry, they'll be fine in there," Adriana reassured me, e
Serena"I caught a glimpse of Killian's back as he walked away. I was stressed as a result of what had occurred. Alonzo went out. I suppose my father asked him to be at that meeting too, though I still need to talk to him. I think maybe that was better than being teased by him. All night long, until he thought about going back homeAdriana exited the room after my father requested it.I groan, knowing that, with those piercing eyes, I'm doomed."With just a short period of time, you manage to give me too much headache, young lady!"Before I look at my father again, I close my eyes."Please accept my apologies, father; I swear I didn't mean it. As Adriana stated, "I simply fell.""Serena, your mother was too worried about you; when would you act like a responsible one, huh?"I lowered my head and apologized once more. Other than that, there was nothing I could do. This conversation would be longer if I opened my mouth to clarify or explain myself. And for the time being, I just want pea
Killian" I could see through the alpha's face how angry he was. His hand was trembling, holding the tip of his sword. I want to run away, yet I realise why I would run away. I haven't done anything wrong. Still, I was jittering inside. I want to glare at Serena for what she had done, though we both looked at her father. When would I be free to play with this brat? She was ruining me slowly. Then again, Adriana saved my ass through the alpha's wrath. I was mad, however, when Serena talked about her future with that son of beta. I think I am beyond mad now. It's a good thing that the Alpha dismissed me because of the meeting; otherwise, the blood that I saw in my head would be real. I look at my father and maintain my blank expression while shaking my head. I was planning to investigate the man who has the same face as mine after my punishment, and I could have extra time after Joshaque's come back from his duty. I know that my fellow Zeta is in trouble now, yet there's nothing I
before the sun rises. It was still dark outside, the dullness of the place covering every moving creature, although some of the holes outside gave the place a little bit of borrowed light from the moon outside of this damn place. A shadow of a man jumped to the place to place this creature, which lurked in the caliginous place until he reached the mansion that he could conceivably have found the person that he had been looking for. The mansion of the Zapanta's is one of the zeta's of the crimson blood pack. The stronger zeta of the group of wolves living in this, let's call it an isolated place, The man sits on the sofa as he manages to sneak into the said house like he was the owner. He waited until the person that he wanted to The man that he thought had died a long time ago That man was his uncle. The light bulb turned on, and the not-so-old man jumped in surprise when he saw that he was sitting on the sofa. "What the! "You surprised me, Killian. I thought that you came back
"Meeting of the highest rank" "Alpha, we hadn't seen the rogue who attacked the princess." "They were too experts; they hid all the possible things that could lead us to find them." The alpha couldn't hide his anger. Just a few minutes ago, the member group of the hunter for food came to him, telling him that they haven't seen enough animals to add to their stock. If their farm hadn't been buried by a huge landslide, food would not have been a problem for another year, but over the past few years, a lot of holes from above have been slowly eroding. A meter-sized hole, from above, was slowly getting bigger. Sometimes the alpha was afraid that someday the realm would be next to be buried in that soil that came from above. He has to know what is happening and why the hole is slowly sliding. Yet his newest problem now is maybe the group of rogues who attack his daughter, who probably recognize Serena's identity by now. ________ Killian" I glare at the man before I follow Serena. My
Kyzer" "If I had known that my twin and you were alive, I might have attacked this kingdom that ruined my family a long time ago." "Mom had maybe seen my twin before she died. "You're kidding me, right?" Killian?" That was Uncle Colton's utterance after a minute of being shocked by my presence. I grin... "You still think that I'm Killian?" Are you saying that you hadn't hidden from my brother that he has a twin? It seems not; I can see through his eyes the last time we met. Uncle Colton shook his head. "Kyzer? "Is that really you?" I smirked, "glad you still remember." Uncle steps closer to me. Where the hell have you been? "What are you saying that will ruin your family?" I look intently into my uncle's eyes. He seems to be telling the truth, but he doesn't know what truly happened to our family. "I guess we had a lot of things to talk about. Yet first of all, we have to talk confidentially. _________ Serena" I raised an eyebrow as I saw Adriana standing in front of Kill