NYX'S POVAs soon as Savio left, I cautiously emerged from my hiding place, my curiosity piqued by Elaine's intense expression. I could sense that something significant had transpired between her and Savio, and my eagerness to know the details was palpable."My goodness, I can feel chemistry in the air," I gushed, making Elaine's cheek turn red."Oh please, he's looking out for me because he's just our beta," Elaine replied, looking elsewhere. Her shyness was evident."Of course, he's just our beta, but to you, his treatments are special," I teased, wiggling my eyebrows mischievously."Nyx, stop it. It's not what you're thinking," Elaine said, trying to wash herself clean of any romantic notions."Tell me the juicy details. How did you both become so close to the extent where he's caring this much about you?" I asked, my eyes filled with curiosity."Okay, fine. I'll tell you what happened," Elaine surrendered."Yes! I knew there was a gist behind this chemistry," I squealed with excit

NYX'S POVI wearily trudged into my room, my body feeling heavy and fatigued. Every step I took was laden with exhaustion, my muscles protesting against the day's strenuous activities. All I craved was the comfort of my bed, a place to sink into and surrender to the weariness that had settled upon me.As I emerged from the bathroom, ready to finally surrender to the embrace of sleep, a soft knock on my door jolted me out of my drowsy state. Curiosity ignited within my tired eyes as I approached the door. I swung it open to find Aurora, my little friend, standing there with an infectious smile that seemed to radiate with boundless energy.The sight of Aurora's beaming face immediately injected a burst of vitality into my tired soul. I couldn't help but mirror the smile and invite Aurora inside."Hey, Aurora! It's so good to see you," I greeted warmly, my voice laced with a touch of exhaustion. I stepped aside, allowing Aurora to enter the room.Aurora's eyes widened in excitement as s

NYX'S POVRestlessly pacing back and forth in my room, I feel the mounting tension fill the air. Aurora joins me, and we retrace our steps, like investigators on a crime scene. Our frustration is palpable with each passing moment."I just don't understand, Aurora," I lament, my voice trembling with a mix of confusion and sadness. "They seemed perfect for each other. I thought our matchmaking skills were foolproof."Aurora lets out a frustrated sigh, her voice tinged with annoyance. "I know, it's beyond frustrating. We put so much effort into orchestrating those 'chance' encounters, dropping hints like breadcrumbs, and yet...nothing. It's almost like they've been playing a trick on us, dancing around the possibility of a deeper connection."I nod, my brow furrowing with deep contemplation. "We've tried everything. The subtle hints, the not-so-subtle hints, the accidental run-ins. But it's like they're both masters of evasion. They always manage to slip away from the moment we think the

ATLAS'S POVI sat slumped in my room, the heavy air saturated with the sharp scent of alcohol, my thoughts consumed by Nyx. With each sip of whiskey, my confusion and longing only grew stronger.Each sip only served to amplify my turmoil, leaving me more torn apart than ever before. I couldn't fathom why my heart ached so intensely for Nyx, why her absence had cast a dark cloud over my soul. I just couldn't comprehend why I was feeling this way, why my desire for her had become an all-consuming storm raging within me.Sending someone to fetch Nyx filled me with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation. It felt like a desperate attempt to find solace in her presence, to make sense of the chaos in my mind. I needed her to help me clean up the mess I had become, both metaphorically and literally.Deep down, I felt sorry for allowing my emotions to spiral out of control, for burdening her with my tumultuous desires. I knew that their past had left wounds that may never fully heal, and ye

NYX'S POVBidding Aurora goodbye, my heart raced with a mixture of feelings. We had concluded that by evening she'd come to see me and of course we'd head to Atlas's study.Laying on my bed, I rolled, my thoughts consumed by the possibilities of what could happen if we get caught. What was I even saying? If I get caught. I mean, Aurora is his daughter and no matter how much of a monster he was he'd never do anything to harm her.I was cut out of my train of thoughts by the sound of a knock on my door.Who was it again? Was it Aurora? It wasn't evening yet. Hearing the person knock again, I grudgingly stood up grumbling under my breath.What's with all this stress? I really just wanted to rest.Turning the door knob, I opened it and to my utmost surprise it was Riley."Hey Nyx, how're you doing?" he greeted, his voice happy and his face decorated with a beaming smile."Hi, I'm fine. Come in." I was forced to try to push down how I truly felt. I was happy to see him but it wasn't just