[ASHMAN]“My Lord.” Axel called my attention.I was taking out time to choose my outfit for the day.“What is it?” I turned to him.“I told you to prepare the car that we are about to leave, have you done that?” I raised a brow staring at him.“Yes, My Lord. I did that already.” He said steadily.“So, what next?” I returned my eyes to the wardrobe.The weather was a bit cold yet bright, it will be a nice day.I took out my black tuxedo suit and handed it over to him, he received it and placed it on the bed. I advanced to the tie shoe rack.“My Lord, an invitation came this morning.” He broke the silence a few minutes later.“An invitation?” I narrowed my gaze to him.“From who?” my mouth was rounded.“From Ordean Ville, Mr. Braxton to be precise.” He informed me as he took out an envelope from his suit pocket.“Braxton?” I was astonished as I collected the envelope and started opening it.I have known Braxton for so many years now, he hardly celebrates an event. What could be worth ce
[KIMBERLY]“Wedding?” I gasped in shock as Andrea spilled the news to me.Out of all Ashman’s friends, I never knew Mr. Braxton would choose to settle down in love. He was among the set of people who saw love as a crime and vowed never to have anything to do with it.How come he fell at the end?“Why tomorrow? I just got the memo.” I frowned at a spot in my bedroom.“Actually, Lord Ashman has been meaning to inform you but he has been busy with work. You have to be fast with every preparation.” she urged and I grumbled.“I hate doing things under pressure.” I sat on the bed.“If he really wanted to attend this wedding with me, he would have told me on time.” I complained.“Well, you won’t blame him.” she curled her lips.“First we need to go shopping to get a good dress that will fit the function, secondly we need to get a good gift for both couples and…” I was rambling with words, so fast and impatient when Andrea interrupted me.“Calm down, ma’am.” she began.“You don’t have to be s
[ANDREA]His hands rolled from my dry leg up to my thigh, sending chills up my spine. I couldn’t resist the feeling I was having at that moment. He grazed his finger on my cheek and I bit my lips, staring into his beautiful heart seductively.“Are you sure about this?” he whispered close to my earlobe and my eyes gradually closed in lust.Actually, I wasn’t so sure about this.The wedding party was going on and I found him impeccable and handsome today. I didn’t want to miss this chance of doing what had been hanging in my heart.I wanted to let myself free and love again, this time, he attracted my attention but I was reluctant.I didn’t want the past to replay again. What if he sacrifices his life for his master, as Amos did.In as much as I have developed feelings for him, in a short while. I was also afraid of getting hurt.“I.. I want this.” I nodded firmly, my leg was already hanging on his thigh with the other supporting me on the ground.He went over to my neck and started pla
[KIMBERLY]“Can’t you take your eyes off me? I’m not running away.” We were dancing in the middle of the hall, along with other couples. The calm west life music played in the background taking people’s memories off their sorrows.He constantly stared into my eyes as though he was in search of something.“I don’t want you to be snatched away.” he whispered close to my ear as my lips spread out in a wide smile.He was good at toying with my feelings.“It’s not like you won't tear them limp to limp until they are dead.” I laughed at the one that fit.“You know me well.” he smiled.Tonight, he was a bit friendly and cool unlike other days. Could it be that he was so happy for his friend’s success? I didn’t see him as one who would be committed to friendship.“I’m not seeing Axel around, he is always around you. What happened?” I raised a brow shortly after I was done scanning the hall.“And I’m not seeing your little favorite maid.” he teased and I laughed.“Actually, I called for her ea
[ASHMAN]Not just me, everyone saw it - how Drake was able to suppress my daughter’s beast from getting the best of her.Ashley fainted after the incident due to the fatigue that enveloped her when she realized herself. I instructed the servants to take her to her room and attend to her with extra care.“What was that for?” I asked Drake who was standing me with his hand holding the other, his face lowered to the ground.I was sitting on the armchair in the living room, waiting for him to give me at least an explanation.“This…” he started whilst trembling but I interrupted him.“When you are speaking with me, be fluent! I asked you a question, why did you do that to my daughter and who asked you?!” I fired at him in anger and he gritted his teeth looking furious before swaying his gaze away from me.“Miss. Ashley was in pain and I wanted to soothe her… the way I could.” he stuttered and I smirked.“Soothe her?” I shoot him a dirty look.“What’s this for, Ash? Drake saved our child, w
[KIMBERLY]We left Drake and Ashley under Mr. Harold and Andrea’s care while we traveled back to Ordean Ville with Axel.“Are you okay?” all through the ride, Ashman didn't say any word nor look at my face, neither did he pick the calls disturbing his phone.He looked worried, leaving me to wonder if he was annoyed by the fact that I subjected him to apologize to a minor or there was more to it than meets the eyes.He haven a sigh of relief as he turned to me.“I’m fine.” he admitted, which I obviously knew was a lie.“You don’t look like it, tell me, what’s bothering you?” I asked, staring at him anxiously.“If you are mad at the fact that I forced you into apologizing to Drake, I’m sorry.” I said softly in an impatient manner lowering my gaze.He smirked and held my hands, I faced him,“Actually, that’s not what I was thinking about.” he sighed.“The call came too abruptly and I’m bothered. I don’t know the reason for the call but I’m having a bad feeling about it.” he said, squeezi
[KIMBERLY]“Lady Kim since you returned from Ordean Ville, you haven’t tasted anything. Are you alright?” I sighed and faced the window.I just heard that the child I carried for straight nine months must be killed to appease some foolish gods and I should be smiling?I lost Amos but I will never cast my child away. Whatever method, anything I have to do to redeem my child from this curse. I will do it.Ashley was innocent. She was still a child who didn't know anything about herself. She doesn’t even know that she was a wolf.How could the Moon Goddess be so merciless? I once thought the Moon Goddess was given the title because of her beauty and kindness, but now it seemed to be the complete opposite.She doesn’t hear the cry of her people. She disregards the feelings of the heart broken and yet everyone serves her.“Lady Kim, please talk to me.” I faced Andrea who has been worried about me for a week now.“Since everyone returned from the Ville, they have been distant and less talka
ANDREAI slammed Axel’s room door open without knocking and as soon as he saw me, he left what he was doing and hastily closed the door.I crossed my arms on my chest with my leg panting on the ground as I looked at him. I didn’t know what was driving me to act this way but I was afraid.I was scared. It was obvious that the past was about to be replayed and I couldn't help myself.“What is the meaning of this, Andrea? Do you know you can get us killed if someone spots us? I have managed to fool Lord Ashman and his wife the last time, I won’t do that again.” he warned me as he leaned beside the window staring at me. As usual, he wasn’t happy to see me as he had this grumpy look on his face.“Why are you here?” he asked after he exhaled deeply.I sighed pulling my hands apart.“Why didn’t you tell me the news concerning Ashley?” I asked him and he sighed.“What does it have to do with you?” he took his seat on the chair around the table.“What do you mean? I’m Ashley’s maid and I ought