Trigger Warning Chapter 25Sansa's POV Xavier's tone changed, and his voice became friendly and teasing. "You've tried to flee from me before, my dear, but it won't happen again. There is no way out without my consent. And, once again, you come to help Logan. If you dare to make a move, he'll be dead before you can even see him." Xavier's face twisted into a cruel grin, his eyes shining with malicious enjoyment.The understanding hit me like a gut strike. Xavier had turned into a monster, a true psychopath who relished his power over me. I was imprisoned, ensnared in his sick game, with no way out.I found the nerve to ask, "When will we go back to the mansion?" Desperation tugged at my chest.Xavier's remark was mocking, his tone light and joking. "Have you ever heard of a honeymoon where the couple returns to their home the next day?" He grinned bitterly, delighting in my deepening perplexity.My mind was straining to digest the meanings of his remarks, so I couldn't understand hi
Trigger Warning Chapter 26 Sansa's POV I summoned the confidence to speak amid this painful dance, my voice shaking with a mix of dread and defiance. "Not at all, I refuse to give myself up to you. This is not the affection I seek."My remarks, however, appeared to fall on deaf ears, lost in the haze of yearning that surrounded him. He persisted, his goals plain, but my spirit fought desperately against his enticing draw.The air was tense, an explosive mixture of longing and resistance. Our bodies intertwined in a conflict that reached far beyond the physical realm, the room became a battleground. The weight of his presence threatened to consume me with each passing instant, but I clung to the dim hope that I could retain my autonomy.Amid this upheaval, I questioned the depths of my desires, caught between the appeal of passion and the necessity to protect my heart. Would I submit to his touch and risk losing myself, or would I find the will to oppose him and make my path?The ech
Chapter 27 Sansa's POV"You look dangerously captivating in my shirt," Xavier said seductively. It fits you significantly better than I expected."I instantly said, "I had no other clothing options, so I had to borrow it."Xavier's face shifted from want to rage, his voice tinged with entitlement. "How dare you wear my shirt without my permission?" He screamed, his rage echoing throughout the room.As Xavier's abrupt change in tone caught me off guard, fear coursed through my veins and my heart pounded in my chest. The mood became tense, and the knowledge that I was playing a risky game sank into my head.Xavier's voice boomed around, his words venomous. "Remove it! I told you to take my shirt off!"My body trembled at his demand, my thoughts raced to come up with a solution. I knew that following him would just strengthen his grip on me, but fighting him could have far worse results. I was caught between a rock and a hard place and had to make a decision that would shape the rest of
The Perilous EdgeChapter 28 Sansa's POV "Do you crave my touch?" He questioned, his voice full of bravado.I strained to catch my breath, the closeness between us exhausting. "Why do you think that?" I managed to say something, my voice strained with defiance and anxiety.Xavier took advantage of the situation, his hands traveling over my body with a possessiveness that sent thrills down my spine. "Then why did you touch me?" he asked, his voice twisted with enjoyment.Fear and rage washed over me, fuelling my resistance. "Let me go, or I will kill you," I said, my voice shaking with the weight of my threat.Xavier, on the other hand, looked unaffected by my resistance, as if my comments were simply threats. Instead, he preyed on my weaknesses, knowing that my desire to protect Logan would win me over. "If you want to protect Logan, then let me play with you," he said quietly, his voice ominous.A wave of resignation came over me at that moment. I knew I was defenseless, entangled i
Chapter 29 Sansa's POV As he toyed with my patience, a mischievous glint danced in his eyes, relishing in his ability to keep me at arm's length. Our relationship had devolved into a perpetual struggle of wills, and I detested him for it.Xavier asked the question, his tone sarcastic as he purposely rejected my presence. "Imagine, my dear, what actions you would take if I withheld the truth from you."His comments pricked me in an intentional attempt to elicit a reaction from me. But I refused to play his games.My voice was colored with defiance when I faced him. "I won't be swayed even if you choose to remain silent, Xavier. I'll find out the truth on my own."My resolve shone through each syllable, a determined vow that I would not let his tactics have control over me. I refused to be at his mercy, instead relying on my strength and perseverance to uncover the riddles he was trying to keep hidden.I persevered, unfazed by his evasion. "What would you do if I were gone? What will
Chapter 30 Sansa's POV The perfume of ancient books and the quiet crackling of the candle flame created a pleasant atmosphere. In direct contrast to the rest of the ship, it was a refuge amid the chaos that surrounded us. The energy flowing from Xavier's room couldn't help but draw me in.My gaze was fixed on Xavier as I sat in the chair, a mixture of worry and intrigue churning within me. The atmosphere was oppressive, as well as loaded with unsaid tension. As Xavier closed the door, my breathing became heavy, tortured by the remaining memories of my dreams—dreams that mingled the gloom of his presence with the forced intimacy we experienced.My nerves tingled with fear as a wave of discomfort pushed me to rise from my chair. The cat walked around the room, a silent witness to Xavier and my complex dynamics. Xavier gently gathered the cat into his arms and placed it on the bed, speaking soothing words to himself as well as the cat."Take it easy, Gwen. Nothing bad will happen to you
Chapter 31Sansa's POV The atmosphere around me mirrored my depressed state. The mansion's grandeur, once enticing, now felt overwhelming and unachievable. The formidable guards, stationed like sentinels, added to the stress. The departing sunshine formed larger shadows, emphasizing my sense of solitude and abandonment at the time.I sat there, my tired body pressed against the chilly cobblestones, content with my current situation. Uncertainty loomed big, and I considered the possibility that my road had come to an end. In this convoluted web of the past, Xavier, once a curse in my present, had become the elusive key to my survival and knowledge. My predicament weighed heavily on me, leaving me with a gnawing emptiness, a hollow where hope had once existed.The moon threw its ethereal beauty on the globe as I sat there, my tired body sliding into the chilly cobblestones. Its soft brilliance danced across my face, throwing subtle shadows that echoed my inner anguish. A sensation of c
Chapter 32 Sansa's POV Marina's brother, Jasper Lazarus, entered, adding another layer of stress. He approached Marina, his gaze concentrating on me."I am here to warn you, don't try to think to meet Xavier," Jasper spoke out, his voice filled with urgency.Marina's attitude changed from surprise to perplexity when she heard the news. She strained to comprehend the unexpected revelation.Jasper forced Marina to leave, seeing the gravity of the situation. "Didn't you know about Xavier's presence until I told you?" "I felt his scent in the air bit but---" Marina murmured. "We need to get out of here," he insisted, his voice cautious.Marina, on the other hand, remained frozen to the spot, her internal conflict visible on her face.Jasper returned his gaze to Marina, a suspicious expression on his face. "Are you thinking about meeting him?" He inquired, his voice tinged with worry.Marina's mood deteriorated, her eyes welling up with tears. "I haven't seen him in a long time. I'm not