(Athena POV)
Then there was a knock that caught my attention, I used it as my cue to slip away from EL. I went to the door and opened it.
I was surprised because it was Lucah who greeted me. I forced myself to give him a smile. As always, he kept a poker face.
“El, your secretary is here to pick you up. You're making a lot of excuses to escape your duty.” I said while turning back to EL. But my cheeks blushed when El took off his t-shirt in front of me and Lucah approached him to hand over his clothes.
He assisted his boss while I was just dumbfounded. My time seemed to freeze.
“Love seeing the sight, Athena? Don’t worry you can get this too. Soon.”
“Idiot! You would've asked me to go out first.” I was annoyed when I went out leaving the two alone in my room.
I went downstairs to catch Aunt Matilda busy preparing the table. Without saying a word, I helped her. Of course, befor
(Athena POV)We ate our dinner with a smile on our faces, Aunt Matilda talked to EL calmly. Aunt Matilda is acting weird when El is around. Gosh, you're being too nice, don't make it too obvious Auntie.Living with my Aunt, I could tell that she is a grouchy and very strict woman. She wouldn't allow me to go hang out with my friends, or if she did, I have to be home by six already. So yeah, I never experienced having a night life with my peers.The man next to me though, I know his social life is right there at the top."So, you will let Athena to stay here for two days?"“Yes. I must grant my future wife her request.”“And don't you forget what you promised me EL, none of your men will be around me. I hope you will keep your promise.”EL smiled at me. "Hey!""Don't worry, even if you're planning to run away from me, I will always know how to find you Athena."&ldquo
(Athena POV)Auntie and I are the ones fighting and every time we argue, she'll say anything just to prove her point. I just decided to shut up. I hope your man of your word EL, a promise is a promise. You can't just break it like that.I just burped. Both of them stared at me while they talked to each other. EL explained to Aunt Matilda the arrangement we discussed."I'm full. Thanks for the food, delicious as always Aunt Matilda. Can I leave you guys and go upstairs?” I did not wait for them to answer. I stared at EL. "Take care of yourself too."I got up when suddenly...“Athena, you may have forgotten, you'll be washing the dishes. Since you will stay here at my home for two days and will feed you. Then it's just fair that you should follow your old household chores.”Ahem. One of the good things being at EL's house is there are so many helpers there. All I do there is lie down, read, meditate and sleep
(EL's POV)Athena left us in her room. I nodded to Lucah and he started to look for a possible source of information that was hidden from her inside the room. Nothing.I also thought I would meet Wenziel now, but he's not here, just a faint scent hard to pick up by a lesser werewolf. I just heard Athena trying to call me."We have to go down." I told Lucah. Aside from searching around the room he also installed a secret surveillance camera inside Athena's room. It's only for her safety, of course.Her aunt invited us to have dinner downstairs. Athena obviously wanted to enjoy the freedom she's been longing to ask from me. Apparently, she doesn't want anything related of me for two days. Tsk. But no matter what she does… she can't escape me. You should always remember that Athena. Soon, there will be nothing that could separate us anymore.I remembered Tasha's episode of madness during her first month in the mansion.
(Athena POV)I did not go home immediately. Because I don't want to waste any of the limited time of freedom that EL gave me. Tss. I'm not stupid enough to thank him. Because first of all, I am a free person.I held El's card inside my pocket. Tada! This is mine for now! It wasn't just Aunt Matilda who hindered my desire for nightlife… but also the limited money in my pocket.Ahaha. Now that I have this opportunity, first one on my list is to avoid the upcoming crazy marriage that EL offered me… I smiled as I think about it. My plan is to find a guy who could pose a threat to EL.I heard that people go to a bar to find someone, and with this card in my possession, I can afford to enter any place I want. But of course, I can't enter an exclusive bar if I'm wearing this. And people will immediately recognize who I am if I look this simply. Let’s wear some make up!I need someone who can par against EL. I don't wan
(Athena’s POV)When we arrived at my target bar, it was perfect. I was immediately greeted and opened the door for me. I revealed out my leg that has never wore a short skirt. The striking stiletto heels which Mia trained me to wear before. Ahihihi. It's time for the show.I am a witch tonight. I will tempt and deceive someone who is richer than EL and spend all his money to keep me away from him. I hope… that what I have in mind is right. My imagination is in full effect tonight. But the question is, is there anyone else who is richer than EL?Maybe there is, the rich anonymous people who doesn't want to reveal themselves to the world. They prefer to have a private life. There are such people, and I also prefer that.I walked inside and was immediately greeted by the music. It was melodious in my ears. There are only a few people inside. Obviously, the women also look glamorous and sophisticated. Vampires… and a few w
(Athena POV)All men are crazy. They can't get enough of women. Tsk. *hic.They sat down on a couch; the women surrounded Darrell. Sluts! I can't stop being angry seeing him like this. That's not my Darell right there!Those who don't let go of him will taste my right palm! Wait… Darrell and I are not in a relationship. So, I don’t have that right to do that so.Meanwhile EL is forcing me for us to be together. Haist. My life is total madness. It hurts because the hope of living quietly with Darrell was broken by what I'm witnessing. Tss.I'm curious, is there still a sensible, loyal vampire or werewolf? Haist. Not one more, I guess. NO MORE!Let's just look for a human, Athena. They are way more sensible than these arrogant creatures. But there's a downside in choosing a human, we're incapable of challenging a vampire nor a werewolf in terms of physical attributes. Will I just give myself up on EL? *hi
(Athena POV)“Tss. Don't be ridiculous.” I refused Darrell’s offer to me.“I can. Besides, I'm aware that he just forced you to..." Darrell insist. I gave him a force smile.“If you help me… What are you going to do to me? How can you offer me help? What do you want in return?” It was direct to the point questions because I really don't want to prolong the conversation. I feel like my eyes are about to give up from the drowsiness I feel."Become one of us." What? I felt like I was suddenly deaf, but my brain kept saying what Darrell said. “The Grand Alpha's heir hates our kin. Maybe he won't chase after you once you become one of us Athena.”I opened my eyes and stared at his face then I raised my head again. I pointed a finger at Darrell then I laughed.“You are really smart. Ahaha. That idea didn't even cross my mind. You're right, EL really doesn't like vampires
(EL's POV)My father and I was left alone in the room, he already dismissed everyone who came to this meeting. It was late at night, and I wish Athena is already sound asleep and most of all... safe. I have yet to hear a word from Lucah. My time was occupied by the meeting earlier."Vampires are secretly causing chaos and I know you are ready for what might happen El.""I am a father."“We need to find the missing ingredient of the serum. If not, the peace I have devoted my time to will completely put in vain."“I won’t disappoint you father. I have a plan, and since it is clear to me that something bad happened to the Curie couple because of Yana… the memories erased from Athena need to return. Maybe she knows what the ingredients are in that serum.”“She was only seven years old when that happened. But I guess we should still give it a try. We've tried other things and that's the only p