On hearing the scream, those who were standing around me rushed toward the location where the scream came from to check what had happened.My heart raced without me being aware of it as another resounding scream filled the hall.The scream was bone-chilling and terrifying upon hearing it. It was more heartwrenching than the first.The first scream sounded like a shock, while the second one was filled with pain, extreme disheartening pain.As I stood there, watching as people rushed into the dining hall and listening to whispers from there, I had a nagging feeling about what had happened and trembled on the spot.Cold sweat formed against my forehead as I imagined what was going on in the dining area. I was lost on what to do.I didn't know if I should step forward to see what was going on or to stay put and not get involved. I wasn't sure if I wanted to witness the scene.However, as I was still contemplating, I heard another scream, and a raging growl followed the scream. I knew in
Without thinking it through, I had placed my lips against his and didn't let go even when he let out a warning growl at the sudden assault against his lips. However, when he realized that it was me, he stopped growling but did not respond to me immediately. It took a while and during those period i began doubting myself if i was doing the right thing. Seeing that i was not getting to him, i decided to withdraw and keep a considerable amount of distance from him. However, as i was about to detangle my lips from his, he began to respond, leaving me in shock. i didn't expect him to actually return the act of kissing me back. But i caught myself on time and started kissing him again. At first, he started slowly with him, letting me take the lead, and before i knew it, he became rough, taking control from me. Remembering that we were not alone and was rather, in front of a large crowd and most especially in front of the KIng and Queen, i tried to disentangle myself from him but he
"Uhm... Y...Your Highness," I was saying before another angry growl from him cut me off. His eyes narrowed, and his face contorted with rage. I could feel the intensity of his anger radiating off him, making my words catch in my throat. The room fell silent as the weight of his fury hung in the air. "I dare you all to repeat your words!" The sudden growl had me taking tiny steps backward. His piercing gaze bore into me, filling me with an overwhelming sense of dread, even though I knew it was not directed toward me. The intensity of his anger was palpable, making it clear that any further provocation would have dire consequences. He growled out angrily, frightening everyone present. His voice echoed through the room, causing a collective shiver to run down our spines. The tension in the air was suffocating, leaving us all paralyzed with fear. Those who had just spoken trembled in fear, praying he would not single them out to deal with them. The dining hall became so quiet that
It's been days since that incident at the dining hall, and things after that day have been what I would call surreal. Even though no one dared to insult me in front of me openly, they did so when neither I nor any of the royal families were present. They stayed clear of me as much as possible, and it seemed as though everyone was walking on eggshells around me. Whispers and hushed conversations filled the halls, making it clear that my presence had stirred up a storm of gossip and intrigue within the palace walls. The tension in the air was palpable, and I couldn't help but feel isolated and excluded. It was disheartening to realize that even behind closed doors, insults and judgments continued to circulate. The incident had left a lasting impact on the dynamics within the pack, making me question my place among them, which I shouldn't have, considering the fact that I was a spy. I knew that it would not be easy for me since I had been discovered to be a spy and had only survived
My heart pounded in my chest, and I could feel beads of sweat forming on my forehead. The unknown woman's expression was unreadable, but there was an undeniable tension between the two of them. I braced myself for whatever was about to unfold, hoping that I could get out of this situation unscratched without further invoking their anger. However, when they got to my side, they only sneered at me without stopping and just walked past me, which was a surprise to me because I had expected them to at least insult or throw threatening words at me.Relieved, I let out a breath I didn't realize I was holding. As they disappeared into the distance, I couldn't help but wonder what had caused their sudden change in demeanor. Perhaps they were being cautious of their actions toward me because of what had happened in the dining hall, or maybe there was something else entirely going on that I wasn't aware of.Either way, I counted my lucky stars and continued on my way, grateful to have escaped u
The air around me grew heavy with an ominous presence, and I could feel the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end. The creature's sinister aura seemed to seep into every fiber of my being, leaving me paralyzed with fear. I desperately searched my mind for any knowledge or weapon that could aid me in this impending battle, but all I found was a sense of helplessness and uncertainty. As the creature's piercing gaze locked onto mine, I could sense its malevolence penetrating my very soul. Its eyes, cold and unyielding, seemed to hold the secrets of a thousand nightmares. The weight of its presence bore down on me, suffocating any semblance of bravery that remained within me. I knew that the little practice I had been having and the blades I had with me would do nothing to keep me safe from this creature.I stood rigid, not knowing what to do, and could only think if this was it for me and if this was how my life was going to end. As the seconds ticked by, my mind raced, desperatel
Besides, I had not seen him for a while now. To be candid, I had not seen him since the incident that took place at the dining hall a few weeks ago. I did not have the courage to face him; hence, I've been avoiding him. Every time I think about the incidents that have happened since I was discovered to be a spy and the one that happened in the dining hall, it brings back a flood of emotions and memories that I'd rather not confront. It's been easier for me to keep my distance and avoid any potential confrontation or awkwardness between us. Coupled with how I've heard whispers of pack members blaming me about how he could no longer control his Lycan whenever he was angered, he easily went berserker at the slightest provocation. These incidents have deeply affected me, as they remind me of the consequences of my actions and the pain I unintentionally caused. The whispers circulating among pack members only intensify my guilt and make it harder for me to face him. However, I had no id
"Fine, let's get you cleaned up," he responded through gritted teeth, not sparing me a glance. It was obvious that he was trying to contain his anger and not let it escalate any further.Not wanting to say anything that could further trigger his anger, I nodded silently and tried to get up on my feet.However, the minute I did so, pain shot through my body, and I let out a sharp gasp.It seems I had been injured from the fall, possibly breaking a bone or two.On hearing me, Prince Dante finally calmed down and looked at me with a look that I could not decipher before walking up to me with his hands stretched forward in an attempt to carry me in his hands.Still, before he could, I lean away from his touch at the sudden closeness before saying, "Em, Your Highness, don't worry, I can walk on my own," and with that, I tried to get up once more with much effort to hold in the pain I felt from my injury.Breathing out deeply, I turned around to walk in the direction of the entrance that co