~Ezinne~ Minutes later, Delilah had finished adorning me in my attire, and I looked splendid in the reflection that greeted me from the mirror. While I was fully capable of dressing myself, Delilah's expert touch as a professional stylist made the experience distinctly enjoyable. I watched her
"Thank you, Your Highness," she said, her voice trembling as tears streamed down her cheeks. "You're the only one who has supported me like this. Kael is proud to be seen with me, but I've remained hidden in the shadows out of fear. My fellow servants constantly remind me of my lower status and that
~Ezinne~ Xavier's driving was as wild as his life— wild and exhilarating. But I enjoyed it. With the roof of his sleek Bentley retracted, the crisp air played mischievously with my hair, tossing it in joyful disarray. No one from our pack interfered or questioned our sudden departure; they likely
"Maybe you should apologize to her. It might help," I suggested. Xavier shook his head slowly, the shadow of regret darkening his features. "She wouldn't want to hear any apology. The way I rejected her was unforgivable. I wouldn't even forgive myself if I were in her shoes." I looked at Xavier
"I realize that now. Back then, I didn't see it that way," he admitted. As we drove, I felt a pull to comfort him. Tentatively, I reached toward his hand resting on his lap, hesitating momentarily—I wasn't sure how he would react to the gesture. Seeing his vulnerability, I decided to go ahead and
~Malik~ That dawn had been the best moment of my life since I lost my real family. I had never felt happier or more at peace. I dreamt of Ezinne, her presence weaving through the fabric of my dreams, her smile radiant and infectious. We wandered through fields adorned with blooming flowers, and
My eyes narrowed, and I fixed Hunter with a glare as sharp as a dagger. "Really? Is that the question you should be asking me right now? I paused mid-stride, turning to face them squarely, a challenge in my stance. "On whose side are you even on?" Rafe hiked his shoulders. "We're on the side o
~Ezinne~ We arrived at Eclipse Park in the late afternoon, with the golden sun casting long shadows over the lush greenery. I was utterly exhausted, my stomach growling in hunger from the long journey, and I suspected Xavier must be feeling just as drained. A wave of sympathy washed over me.