"You can go now," he said solemnly. "All of you... you're free."The women exchanged glances, their reluctance to leave evident. "We wish to stay," Grace proposed softly."I told you to leave... now," he said firmly, his tone leaving no room for argument.The three of them turned towards the door, a
“Because she doesn’t remember who we are,” Emi revealed, her voice trembling. “She doesn’t even remember who she is... She doesn’t remember anything.”Of all the possible outcomes that Lucian had prepared himself for, this was certainly not one of them. He grasped the doorknob and gave it a slight t
"Why can't I remember anything?" Visenya asked."You had an accident," Lucian answered vaguely, still soothingly rubbing her back."An accident? What kind of accident?" She inquired.He could tell her now... tell her everything. She'd probably look at him in disgust, declaring that she wants nothing
"What kind of things?" He asked, his curiosity piqued."All the windows slammed shut and the doors of the balcony burst open," she said, her voice tinged with a hint of unease.Slightly skeptical, he shrugged nonchalantly. "That could have easily been the wind.""That's not all," she refuted. "Her e
Visenya found herself in the dining area, captivated by the intriguing artwork adorning the walls, when Lucian emerged from the kitchen."These are very interesting pieces," she remarked, gesturing towards the dark and provocative paintings that graced the dining room."They belonged to the previous
He could easily adapt to all of this sentimental stuff, to feel her warmth forever within his reach and have her intoxicating scent be the only air he ever breathes, now and always.He naturally melted into her embrace, finally giving in to that transcendent magnetism that validates his one true des
The next morning, he awoke alone in his chair, not giving it much thought at first. But as his gaze fell upon the empty bed beside him, a sense of unease crept over him. He called out to Visenya, searching every corner of his chambers and frantically combing through the castle rooms, but she was now
Lucian and Visenya indulged in a delightful breakfast together. However, a slight unease crept into his mind as he realized her culinary skills were just as exceptional as he remembered. Yet, he made a conscious effort not to dwell on this matter.As they shared this intimate meal, he couldn't help