Dominic's eyes narrowed which Rose didn't fail to notice. He was also surprised to see the amount of wounds on Shawn's body as well as all others.Aston seeing this asked, "Is this the wound inflicted by Young master Dominic?"The question was more of an accuse to Rose's ears rather than a question."It's made by my mother," Shawn responded, calm and chill, "My mother had been someone who couldn't control her anger. Instead, her anger controls her. Everything she did was spontaneous and it hurts people around her. I am note excluded in that list. Although I have never suffered worse than my brother."It was almost unsettling how convincing Shawn sounded to Rose. She could believe no lies were uttered from his statement and added with his confession it made it seemed as though he was one of the victims of Lady Ashley."That is…" Aston couldn't answered and looked at Aleks for help but the man didn't spare a glance at him.Instead Aleks spoke, "I have heard enough of your witness and yo
"That is all I have to question for you," Claudia then stated, "Please stay strong, Lady Rose. As someone who had once lived in castle, I can tell you how bloodied all castle has always been."Rose looked at the woman's eyes and smiled, "Thank you for your concern." Stepping out from the room, Rose took a deep breath. She met Dominic standing not far from the door as if waiting for her.Walking near him, she looked at his side profile, "Did you hear everything?" He nodded his head. "The witch. Do you think they might be able to help us?""Finding a werewolf is difficult and I would say finding the one that had created them should be more difficult," his eyes settled on her and his smile warming, "But if we have the chance, I will not disregard it. I will task Jasper to look into this matter."Rose nodded her head, feeling a bit more in peace as the High Authorities was now on their side. She looked around before whispering, "What do you think Shawn wanted to do?"Dominic hummed, his b
Late at night, Rose heard a knock on her room. She only lifted her face soon hearing the knock softly appearing from the strong knuckles. She knew whose hand had request to speak with her. She pushed herself from the floor where she had been crouching at, feeling disappointed and betrayed. The door went ajar and Dominic’s black eyes were filled with worries as he looked at her face. His hand went to her cheeks where it snugly fit for comfort, “You will be exhausted if you lock yourself for hours. Do you want a drink?”Rose can’t answer a lot but nod. She watched him as he entered her room. His sleeve had been rolled to his elbow, letting her to see his strong muscle that flex as he took the water jar, pouring a glass for her. Rose made her way to the side of the bed where Dominic had coaxed her to come.“How is Josie?” She asked first, before everything she wanted to know her sister’s condition.Dominic sighed, a sign that wasn’t looking good for her. “I handed Jayden Harding to th
“Miss?” Benjamin scoffed. “How can I believe anyone miss me when a monster had taken over the house?” The anger on Benjamin was clear and Josie stepped back in fear however Shawn continue to smile. “You let a monster take control of this castle and hope that I will be comfortable?”“I don’t think I understand what you are trying to say, uncle,” smiled Shawn, his smile looked innocent that it was difficult to believe otherwise. But seeing his smile only angered Lord Benjamin who stared at him as though he wanted to end the young man’s life.“Forget it. Bring me to your mother now,” he ordered and Shawn nodded obediently. Before he left, he held Josie’s hands, smiling tenderly as though pouring his concern on her, “I know that you still want to talk but let’s continue this soon.”“Yes, of course,” Josie quickly said, curtsying to appear polite only to hear a sharp scoff coming from Shawn’s uncle. Josie looked at herself, feeling embarrassed that she didn’t look well dressed and accept
Dominic released Benjamin’s hands once he had enough look of how the man had suffered both physically and in his pride. He then stepped away enjoying how Benjamin felt as if he had been killed simply after a few words he uttered.“It seems that your business is with her and not me. Then I’ll be so kind as to leave you two to give you space with her. I’m sure you have a lot to talk about. Well if she can talk of course.”Dominic gave them a short smirk before walking away toward the door. A servant had came to the room, holding a tray of glass and medicine. Seeing her, Lord Benjamin vented his anger by throwing the tray she held. The broken glass on the floor reflected his burning eyes while Shawn’s brown ones appeared as calm as the stilled ice. “My apologies!” The maid stuttered as she begged for forgiveness. Shawn walked in between them, shooing the maid with his hand.“Uncle, I know that you’re angry but you should have composed yourself a little better,” Shawn walked over to cl
Holding the glass near her lips, Josie carefully sniffed the sweet scene of alcohol coming from the wide glass. She never thought to ever have the chance of having such a luxurious alcohol, much less in a castle.“Is it your first time drinking alcohol?” Shawn who had been studying her expression asked casually.Shyly Josie smiled, “I did drink whenever new year arrive but I never had such fragrant alcohol before.”Shawn chuckled, “Then I’m glad to be able to help you taste one of the luxuries in Essex. Taste it, I’m sure you’ll like it.”Josie took a mouthful of sip and her eyes widened in sparks as the smooth and sweet raspberry flavor spread over her mouth.“This is really delicious!” Josie’s cheeks brightened.Shawn watched as the girl showed no hesitation to drink in front of him. He didn’t know whether to be happy or worried of how naive Josie was. The girl was able to trust the younger brother of the duke that even a blind man would avoid in fear of getting caught in the fight
Bright in the morning, Rose had prepared herself to leave the castle. The maids were all frightened of her and the situation in the castle was horribly tense. No one appeared friendly anymore, no servant wanted to smile to her, as if with the arrival of Lord Benjamin, Leon’s uncle, they were torn between which side they should support.Rose had left her room, walking toward the hallways only for her to hear the two maids who were sweeping on the silent hallway chattering intensely. They appeared quite into the conversation that they didn’t notice Rose who had stood near them.“I’m deadly sure Lord Benjamin would support young master Shawn as the next duke. Knowing how powerful Lord Benjamin is and his support, I’m sure it wouldn’t be long before young master Shawn gained more supporter. Meanwhile young master Dominic had no one instead of himself. No family who would support him and his fiancée is a woman who came from a village.”The other maid quickly hushed her as she spoke louder.
To Rose, her family was important. She had nothing more important than her family. Growing in a close knit family, each of her family member’s emotion meant like diamonds to her. It had come to the point where she had become selfless about herself and prioritize her family above her.When the rift occurred between her and her sister, Rose was devastated. Dominic could see it easily with his sight of how shattered she was when her sister’s jealousy took the best of her. As much as he dislike those who harmed Rose and her feelings that he treasured like gems, he couldn’t harm Josie knowing it would only hurt Rose more. But at some times, he wondered if it was better for Rose to not have anyone else, not even her family, but only him. Wouldn’t that help to protect her more?Dominic inwardly sighed, knowing it was his possessive wolf speaking over his mind. If he let his guard down just a second, he was scared his wolf would do anything to tie Rose down to him. Even if it means she woul