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Throne of Blood TOB 57
TOB 57ROSE AMARA'S POVMy spine has been stiff since I stepped inside.Even though I told Hades to leave, I'm not entirely in control of the situation. He, Zeth, and Eya are waiting outside, and I can call them back in, but that would defy why I came inside in the first place.I try not to stare at Ethan’s beaten-up state for too long, but his bloodied lips, eyelids, and nose are hard not to notice. Hades has beaten him to a pulp, which isn’t a surprise considering Hades’s merciless personality when he sets out to punish someone. He made Ethan’s handsome face unrecognizable. It should feel better this way. He deserves every bit of pain he’s now going through. In fact, he deserves more.That's what I tell myself anyway because as I stare at him, that stupid part who had my heart broken when I listened to his phone conversation is also in pain.That fucking part feels as if I’m the one who’s been beaten and has swollen eyes and bleeding lips.But why should it? Ethan’s injuries might
Throne of Blood TOB 58
TOB 58ROSE AMARA POVI don't feel so good.That’s an understatement. I’m the worst I’ve been since Dedushka’s death.A heavy weight perches on my chest, confiscating my air supply and replacing it with a harsh, merciless gloom. It’s draining me, asphyxiating me. All I want to do is just... scream. But at the same time, I don’t have the luxury of losing myself to that feeling. It’s over. Everything is... done.It's been exactly two hours since I freed Ethan. Just two hours, and it feels like years already.I was never good at letting things go. I never get used to the feeling with time like most people. Instead, I hold on to it and replay it in my head every waking moment. I didn’t let go when Mom died, or when I was separated from Dad and Marie and I definitely didn’t let go when I left me alone with this pack of wolves.I’ve lost too many things and become horrible at moving on. So it's unsurprising that I keep replaying Ethan's words, repeatedly seeing his bloodied face. At this ra
Throne of Blood TOB 59
TOB 59 ROSE AMARA POVThe door opens, and I grit my teeth. The only people who would barge in like that are either one of the elite group or Uncle Raven. My options are narrowed down since my granduncle has an appointment with a doctor today.Sure enough, Hades saunters in, eyes flaming and face tightened in a permanent scowl. Of course. It was only a matter of time before he followed.Keith smiles at him. “Hades, long time no see.”“Keith.” Hades greets back, barely tipping his head in the Japanese's direction. He looks like a man on a mission and in no mood for small talk. Not that he ever is.Keith's smile remains as he stands up, buttons his jacket, and then shakes my hand. "I'll be in touch."“Looking forward to it.”His hand remains in mine for a second too long. “Before I go, may I give you a piece of advice?”“Yes, of course.”“History does repeat itself, so you might want to look closely at that.”And with that, Keith releases my hand and steps out of the office.When the do
Throne of Blood TOB 60
TOB 60ROSE AMARA POVI rub my eyes, convinced I’m seeing things. It must be a trick of my mind, a remnant of a dream that refuses to fade.But when our eyes meet in the dimness of the room, reality crashes in with brutal force. A jolt of recognition shatters through me, stark and undeniable. It’s him. Ethan. The same Ethan I left behind in that warehouse, his presence commanding the space despite the shadows obscuring his features.His hand clamps over my mouth before I can react, stifling any protest that might have escaped my lips. Words dissolve in my throat; fear and confusion mingle in a tumultuous whirl. It’s like an out-of-body experience, detached yet achingly present.In the scant light filtering through the balcony, I discern bruises marrying his face, a cut etched across his lip, traces of blood smudged in the creases of his skin. Despite the injuries, the contours of his face are achingly familiar—the sharp jawline, the stormy eyes that once both infuriated and captiv
Throne of Blood PROLOGUE
PROLOGUE "Red is always symbolizing love. But for Rose it had never been love. It was blood. Even her name has red on it. Blood that she hates. If she has the time to turn things back on, she will never ever tie herself to the man that she once loved. "A King… Her king that rules the kingdom. The blood that she doesn’t need is the one that can keep her alive. She doesn’t know that love is going to make its way to getting in the way of the love she throws at her. She doesn’t know that once in her life…Red will always be love and Rose will always be red. ROSE AMARA AMBER In the world I am living. Women don’t reign. I’m the exception to that rule. I didn’t choose this life, it chose me. I have a legacy to protect, a power to snatch, and no one will stop me. If an arranged marriage is what it’ll take to lead, then so be it. I am even marrying the man I am supposed to be loving. But that throne changed us all.Even me and him. He was once my guard, my protector. Now, he’s after my kin
Throne of Blood TOB 1: THE YOUNG LADY RUINED THE MEETING
CHAPTER ONE: THE YOUNG LADY RUINED THE MEETINGROSE AMARA'S POVKingdom, throne, blood, gold, and power. You have nothing if you don't have any of these. It involves more than just being at the top. No one can touch you or others nearby if you are high enough. Nobody looks at you because they are afraid of being blinded by the non-negotiability you reflect back at them when they do.That’s why I don’t and will never stop.They respect me more as I rise through the ranks, and one day they will all submit to Grandpa's family name.The Amber of the West“We’re Amber, especially you… You’re The Rose Amara…We don’t bend knees. Everyone else does.”With my mother's words engraved deep in my heart, I took the stairs.To be anticipated from the East Fortress, the mansion is enormous. The great hallway features light marble flooring and is reached by sweeping marble staircases. The central Chesterfield sofa, the pillars, and even the carpet are all rimmed in gold. There is a picture depicting
Throne of Blood TOB 2: THE MARRIAGE I NEVER EXPECT
CHAPTER 2: THE MARRIAGE I NEVER EXPECTEDROSE AMARA’S POVAfter the passing of my mom seven years ago. My parents have made a commitment. I have to be married down south. My mother and father met there. However, I have nothing to offer him, because I had had a romantic relationship with Ethan, the West Chamber's heir.Working covertly and setting up meetings with the security group, the support group, and the four clans, the operational wing of the East fortress—I endured the worst of times. Even hiring the prominent leaders whom they trusted more than their own families was something I did.My grandpa passed to me the black book, which details the contacts the royals have with powerful individuals. Whoever holds that book, he claimed, is destined to reign. It goes without saying that no one in the brotherhood would have tolerated a woman ruling over them without first killing me.Although I didn't want to, my father has now given me the family name. To preserve the honor of my family
Throne of Blood TOB 3: MEET THE KINGS AND HEIRS
CHAPTER 3: MEET THE KINGS AND HEIRS ROSE AMARA’S POVAs my father had instructed, I pushed open the dining room door and entered with my head held high.The leaders of an elite group may easily intimidate someone. Uncle is one of the majority of those who have been to jail. While it is shameful to the outside world, it is a badge of honor for any clan member.King of the West Nathan is seated at the head of the table. In his fifties, he is elderly. His once-blonde hair has totally turned white over time and is now recognizable. Because of his denial of rejecting treatment, the cancer did not result in the loss of his hair, which has made him appear older.I try not to glare at him now that I know he’s trying to ship Bella off to one of those ruthless men who will eat her alive.In his role as the sovereign, Hades moves from my side to his right. Ryen, the general, is seated to his left. Hades is on a par with him in terms of power, but Ryen plays a more important function that invol
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