~Ezinne~ I allowed myself a small, knowing smile. There was no doubt in my mind that she would show up. However, instead of acknowledging her presence immediately, I turned towards the mirror, pretending to be absorbed in my reflection, waiting for her to strike first, then I would release my veno
"Do you enjoy drawing attention, like giving people what to talk about?" he asked, his deep brown eyes looking intently into mine, a curious sparkle within them. I could feel the curious and envious glances of the onlookers. "What do you mean—?" "Just smile, Red, smile. You don't want to disappoi
~Ezinne~ The room burst into a lively round of applause as the last note of the music faded, and Malik gently took my hand, leading me away from the centre of the dance floor. The usual background music resumed, mingling with the renewed buzz of conversations around us. My heart was still raci
My hand flew to Garrick's cheek in a swift motion. I gave him a sharp slap before I could even process my action. "Desperation might be a concept you're familiar with, Garrick, but it's new to me. And don't you dare speak of my mother that way again. She was far more valuable than you could ever asp
Before I could even steady myself, Malik stormed into the ballroom like a tempest, his presence commanding immediate attention. The guests, caught off guard, hurriedly moved out of his path, their faces etched with a blend of fear and awe. Trying to regain my balance, I made my way to the door, my h
~Ezinne~ As Kael guided me out of the ballroom, we bumped into the kind-hearted warrior who had lent me his fur on the cold day of my banishment. He swiftly stepped in our path, prompting Kael to protectively place himself between me and the warrior, letting out a low growl. The warrior
"Because it's necessary," Malik responded, his gaze drifting away from me once more. "I told you that you're valuable to me. I protect what I value." A brief silence settled between us again before he spoke up. "Is this what caused your anger, or is there yet another mystery about you that I'm yet t
Rafe, Soren, and Kael followed hot on my trail as I climbed the stairs and up the stairs without looking back or stopping. Hunter was sprawled on the sofa, nonchalantly enjoying a bowl of cereal when I stormed in. My sudden entrance made him jump, and he instinctively reached for his sword. "