Chapter 46 My gaze searched the crowd, taking in the imposing presence of the Oak Pack, the watchful Mountain Guards, and Hina, who was now a few feet behind me. Their collective attention weighed heavily on me as if I were a monument being examined."Maya from the Mountain!" I yelled out, my voice firm and commanding. "What makes you want to take Hina away from me?"Maya, who was big and intimidating, took a step forward. "Hina is a member of the Mountain Pack; she rightfully belongs with us," she stated emphatically.I said, shaking my head, my medium-brown hair falling down my back, "Hina is not a prisoner here; I willingly gave her shelter.""You have no idea how dangerous she is," explained Maya."What is the danger?" I inquired, hoping to completely comprehend the issue."For a young bride, staying here instead of in the mountains poses risks at every second," she explained."I will not allow you to take her against her will," I declared emphatically."Somethings are predetermin
Chapter 47 "That is unacceptable! Surely there must be a way to resolve this situation?" upset Jerry's voice trembled in terror."When can we expect Xavier's return?" inquired Ruth, concerned."Who knows how long he'll be away, but if Marina's information is correct, he'll return with Levine," seriously Fariya replied."We need him right now; we're all in deep trouble," upset Jerry shouted."What happens if that's the case?" After a long silence, Amara's voice rang forth.Amara's remarks drew everyone's attention, and the room fell silent. They were afraid as if they were under attack. Throughout it all, I kept focused on my quest to discover the person responsible for Hina's injuries."We're not cowards, but we've kept quiet to avoid causing more trouble. However, enough is enough! "Maya should respect the pack's Luna," said Amara.She bravely stood by my side, and I never anticipated having such a devoted companion in my life."Amara is correct! "Miss Maya should have shown more res
Chapter 48 I found myself alone and without hope, navigating a perilous trial, attempting to buy time by keeping Hina close and hoping to reach Vera. Maya, on the other hand, was a strong foe, and I had miscalculated her drive to smash both Hina and me for questioning her authority.I had a strange feeling about Maya from the time I met her, but I had no idea she was so hostile toward me. She detested my inquisitive temperament, as well as my tendency to question and blindly accept regulations.Despite my best efforts, Maya's deft methods influenced the majority against my arguments about the wonder declaration. She was skilled at manipulating others and causing them to work against me.My rage threatened to consume me, but I couldn't afford to be vulnerable. Instead, I kept my cool and confidently addressed the audience. "I deeply respect our traditions," I continued, "but I also believe in the power of progress and growth. Just because something has been done in a certain way for ce
Chapter 49"We have all gathered here in search of the truth, and every small detail may yield significant results," Maya explained, her tone stern and demanding.I avoided eye contact, feeling the weight of the crowd's despair, knowing that if they knew my genuine intentions to flee, they would not treat me with the same respect."Tell us what you were doing at midnight," continued Maya, her eyes piercing mine.Fear overtook me, and I couldn't talk because I had too much to hide. This point in my life felt like a fork in the road, where my decision to demand a trial seemed to dig my tomb."Do you have something you want to hide?" Maya mocked, knowing my internal distress."I have nothing to hide," I said, my voice shaking with the realization of the buried reality.Keeping my cool was difficult since I was screaming for assistance. My gaze was drawn to Bella, who sat in the corner, helpless as she watched me.Bella had informed me when I initially arrived at the mansion about the diff
Chapter 50I couldn't help but wonder how Bella left the courtroom with Hina on her back, and how she stayed unaffected by Hina's very high body temperature. I couldn't help but sense the weight of the moment as everyone returned to their seats. It was my turn to talk, and Hina had pointed at me for a purpose."What are your plans? It's your turn to speak; she pointed to you, so there must be a reason," on his way back to his seat, I said to Ray.Ray, on the other hand, avoided eye contact and had been distrustful of me since the first time I saw him. He rarely spoke to anyone, preferring to observe with fascinating eyes and emitting an enigmatic atmosphere that kept others at a distance. His enigmatic demeanor has always captivated and bewildered me.Why would he try to murder a little girl? Hina's bloodied hands from that night came into my mind. And what was he doing out late at night when the door was shut?The trial had already disclosed many secrets, but I had a feeling there was
Chapter 51 Love, a beautiful calamity, and conflict take us into unexplored territory, revealing sensations we've never felt before—unpredictable and hypnotic. Hate, on the other hand, burns like a never-ending fire, slowly devouring one's soul and potentially leading to annihilation.Trouble, a term for shattering the peace, represents how a single decision, regardless of its moral compass, can lead to tragedy. The complexities of life's traps may be bewildering, but what matters, as my father often remarked, is not how we wander into them, but how we remove ourselves.I didn't understand the significance of his musings when I was younger, but life's lessons taught me otherwise. I learned to manage this complex environment by being confronted with problems from a young age."That was a mess," said Amara, as we stood on the lawn outside the mansion, talking.The birds sang carefree melodies amid our thoughts, and the breeze gently stroked our skin, as if unconcerned about the anguish
Chapter 52 I was dragged by a strong hand while only looking ahead at dark long hairs. Her grip was too strong for me to resist.I had no choice but to proceed. We were both walking blindly into the deep darkness, where I lost sight of my eyes. All I saw was darkness.A dim light shone near the empty prison, away from anyone's presence. Our steps were guided by that dim light to find our vision in the darkness.She shoved me up against the wall and smacked her right hand against the wall next to my neck. When her face emerged from the shadows, I held my breath. I could see her face in the dim light of the lantern hanging on the wall next to me."What on earth were you thinking?" Bella's voice was quiet, but her tone was venomous."That's none of your concern," I said, trying to sound confident despite the terror that was creeping in.Bella's reaction was immediate and powerful as she shoved me against the wall once more. Her gaze was fixed on mine, and I could sense her annoyance."Wh
Chapter 53 Adam's Pov Our private jet landed gently near the camp to the south of Demacia. As we stepped off the boat, Xavier led the way to Kevin, who was already waiting with the rest of the group. I trailed close after, clutching Marina's handcuff chain.When he saw Marina with us, Kevin's face was a mix of surprise and perplexity. Was he surprised by her presence, or was he completely clueless that she was among us?We'd been filled with questions and curiosity since we felt Marina was playing us, and meeting Kevin only fueled our hunger for answers."Xavier!" As we approached him, Kevin exclaimed."What exactly are you doing in here?" queried Xavier, slightly irritably."The Nightwalker pack has Levine," responded Kevin, keeping his gaze away from Xavier."I didn't send you here to the Nightwalker pack's territory," stated Xavier emphatically."I know, but here I am," said Kevin hazily.Xavier's aggravation mounted as he realized Kevin was not providing him with all of the infor