I discovered that since returning, I have become sluggish; I often absent-mindedly fall asleep no matter where I am. The most embarrassing thing was when I was sitting on Elias's lap in the study room. While he was busy working, I fell asleep. He still had to carry me to my room when it was over.I woke up today, and Elias left the house early. Recently, military training has been very stressful; he often leaves very early and comes back late at night, and by that time, I am already sound asleep. It's been over a week, I haven't seen him, I miss him so much.I sighed, still engrossed in my thoughts, when suddenly, in front of the yard, appeared a white sports car. I was still curious about who it was when a girl got out of the vehicle. She wore an athletic tracksuit, and her hair was tied up, perfectly matching the car behind her.Due to being shaded by the sun, I couldn't see her face clearly, but when she got closer, I realized it was Aliyah. I don't hate her, but I wouldn't say I l

I carefully set the alarm and then went to bed.The following day, the loud ringing of the bell startled me, and I was just about to get up when I discovered an arm was resting on my waist. The sound of the bell also alarmed Elias, and he frowned; his eyes did not open, but he still clutched my waist like a big childish boy.Elias's husky, lazy voice resounded. "What are you doing with your alarm set so early? Why don't you get some more sleep?"Elias's presence surprised me. I haven't seen his face for many days, let alone cuddled and slept all night. This warm feeling makes me not want to get out of bed, and I want to crawl into his arms. But remembering Aliyah's fiery eyes, I immediately pushed that thought out of my head, and she would tear me to pieces if I did."Isn't it because of you? You have arranged for Aliyah to train me; why not inform me?" I puffed my cheeks; I've wanted to ask this question for a long time but never had the chance.Elias lazily opened one eye at me; his

While drying my hair, I suddenly heard a crashing sound in the living room, like a glass was dropped. I felt worried, so I got up and saw what was happening. I was startled by the scene before my eyes. For some reason, the fruit plate on the table was now shattered on the floor. I couldn't imagine someone as arrogant as Helen kneeling on the ground. Her eyes widened, filled with anger and disobedience, but she did not dare to disobey her father's orders. However, her resistance made me shiver a bit. I didn't think a young girl would have eyes like that. It was full of murderous intent and seemed to have a fire that wanted to burn the other person. I was so focused on Helen that I didn't notice Elias looking at me. He had discovered me since I appeared, and instead of exposing me, he just spoke softly. "Does that noise bother you?" As soon as he asked, Gamma and Helen's eyes turned towards me. I suddenly stepped back; somehow, I felt like I had just committed a crime and had just bee

Serena POV:Once again, I woke up. I don't know how long I've been here, and I can't tell whether it's day or night. I just knew I was in a dark and damp cellar. This place feels utterly isolated from the outside world, and I don't feel any life around me.The memories of the last few days in my mind are only being tortured and humiliated with vulgar words. Helen kidnapped me here while I was on my way to the hospital. I could have informed Elias based on our connection, but everything happened so fast that I didn't have time to react. I was knocked unconscious by her, and when I woke up, I was here.Helen was utterly crazy, and she believed that all her misfortunes came from me, that I had taken everything from her.I closed my eyes, tears rolling down my cheeks. I don't know how long this terrible thing will go on, and I feel hopeless when it's been days, and Elias still hasn't found me. Something must have stopped him, and perhaps when he saw me, I was a corpse.In the endless dark

Serena POV:"Baby, see what I brought you today? Do you really like fresh flowers? I just picked them from the garden, and I'm sure you'll love them.""You've been sleeping for so long; when will you wake up? Do you know how much I miss you?"That was Elias's voice. Am I immersing myself in my dreams to try to forget the physical pain?Elias talked to me about many things, and I wanted to open my eyes to see him. But my damn eyes felt like someone had glued them shut. Mixed with hope is fear that covers me; it makes me not dare to wake up.I'm afraid that when I open my eyes, Elias's sweet voice will disappear.I was afraid that when I opened my eyes, what I would see would be Helen's cold eyes and painful torture.I'd rather stay here forever, letting myself sink into that little bit of false hope; at least it makes me feel better."Can we go home, baby?" Elias whispered.My eyes suddenly blurred, tears rolling down my cheeks. Can I go home? About the place where Elias and I had many