The Past Vione didn't hope for much when she woke up, just as the morning sunlight managed to penetrate the thick curtains at the window and disturbed her eyes. At that moment, a few seconds before she opened her eyes, a fleeting, sad thought crossed her mind. Usher must be gone. He must have left.But the heart of The Past Vione had its own will. Her logic told her not to hope, but her heart did the opposite. In fact, deep in her heart, she wanted to see Usher the moment she opened her eyes for the first time. She wanted Usher to be the first person she saw before she started her day.The Past Vione took a deep breath and opened her eyes. She steeled herself as she turned her body and a stabbing pain throbbed in her heart. My guess was right. Usher has already left.It took a moment for The Past Vione to regain control of the wave of disappointment. She calmed herself by saying over and over, "You know, this isn't the first time Usher has done this, but it doesn't mean he's underesti
Suddenly, a soft voice interrupted the conversation between The Past Usher and The Past Vione. They both turned to the source of the voice and found Mireya arriving.The Past Vione closed her mouth when she saw that Mireya had arrived so early and at such a perfect moment. Mireya came just as she and the Past Usher were having a disagreement. She was sure that Mireya would only make the situation worse."Mireya."Mireya approached The Past Usher, who immediately got up from his seat. She glanced at The Past Vione before asking The Past Usher. "What tonic are you talking about?""Oh, that," The Past Usher muttered indifferently. "Vione said she put tonic in my morning tea. She said it was to keep me fit."Mireya narrowed her eyes. "To keep you fit?""Yes."Mireya paused for a moment before looking at The Past Vione. She stared at The Past Vione for a moment with an expression that was difficult to interpret. The Past Vione scoffed."Why?" The Past Vione asked defensively. "Are you tryi
Usher dramatically closed his eyes. His face flushed red; his jaw clenched to contain his rising anger. But a second later, his right hand balled into a fist and he slammed it down on the table with full force.The rage that consumed Usher was beyond measure. The hope he had come so close to realizing vanished in an instant, all because of Mireya's presence.Usher's plan had failed. The Past Usher did not take the antidote Rowena had prepared. On top of that, another fight broke out between The Past Usher and The Past Vione. Everything was a complete mess.Despair was creeping in and threatening Usher's resolve. It seemed that all his efforts so far had been in vain. A question popped into his head: What if the past really can't be changed?As soon as the question appeared, Usher shook his head. He dismissed the negative possibility and took a deep breath. He knew the only thing he had to do now was to stay calm. He couldn't afford to be swept away by a wave of emotions that could bli
Mireya planted a kiss on The Past Usher's lips without a trace of shame, even though they weren't alone. Garth was there, too, and he quickly lowered his head and closed his eyes as the sound of the kiss echoed.Garth held his breath, suppressing the pain in his chest. He felt sorrow for the past Vione and all he could do was pray."I'm going home, Usher. I hope you won't stay up too late."The Past Usher nodded. "Be careful on the way.""Of course."Mireya walked away, passing Garth who still had his head down. She clicked her tongue with a sneer, then let out a soft chuckle.Mireya's car left the palace at exactly eleven o'clock at night. It was already quite late, and to be honest, she was very tired. Her body felt completely exhausted, and if it hadn't been for the incident in the palace dining room, she wouldn't have gone home so late.Mireya had to make sure that everything was still under control. So, she had spent the whole day following the former Usher. She accompanied him t
"So, you'll be gone from my room tomorrow morning when I wake up, Usher?"The touch of Usher's hand on The Past Vione's upper arm stopped instantly. His thumb, which had been stroking, suddenly fell silent. Moreover, his body froze with a cold sensation he couldn't ignore.The Past Vione let out a sigh as she shifted slightly in Usher's embrace. She could feel the tension in Usher's body. So, she closed her eyes. It seemed she didn't need any more answers."I'm sorry, Vione."This time, the past Vione really shifted. She decided to change her position and turn away from Usher, something she had never done before.Usher's tension escalated. He was as stiff as a wooden statue. "Vione.""Have you no consideration for my feelings? Do you not pity me when you see me constantly confused by all your actions?" The voice of the Past Vione trembled. Her defenses were at the breaking point. "Is it so difficult for you to be honest with me and tell me what's really going on? Honestly, Usher. I am
"Are you serious, Mireya?"Mireya took a deep breath. For a moment she held the phone to her ear. Then she answered without hesitation. "I'm serious, Torin. I don't want to take any chances. We've come so far and I don't want Vione to ruin our plans.""Wait, Mireya," Torin said with a tone that implied concern. "I understand your concern, and I should be more concerned if this plan fails. My father was patient enough to see the downfall of the Frostholm Pack, but are you sure this plan will work?""I'm sure, Torin. I need to get rid of Vione as soon as possible, and this is the only way." Mireya looked at the sonogram photo in her hand. Then, unconsciously, her lips curled into a smile of happiness. "I hope you don't mind my plan, Torin. I'm going to tell Usher that I'm carrying his child, and I'm sure that will lead to Vione's expulsion from the palace.""I don't mind you telling Usher that it's his child. It won't change the fact that the baby you're carrying is mine. But are you su
"Forgive me, Usher. It seems that I cannot keep the promise I made to you. I couldn't maintain this bond when you asked to end it."Usher closed his eyes, groaning to bear the excruciating pain. The reason was Vione's words, which kept turning in his head. They echoed incessantly, making his chest tighten as if the whole world was pressing against him from all sides.His body shook violently. Usher was shaken by a shock that hit him hard. He clenched his fingers tightly to regain control.No. Usher shook his head. No, Vione. No, please.But Usher's hope was not fulfilled. Instead, Vione's voice continued to echo. Each word seemed to bounce off the walls of his mind, refusing to go away.Usher tried to control his breathing. He took a deep breath, but it only made him suffer more. It was like inhaling a poisonous gas. As a result, each breath only increased the pain in his chest, leaving a burning sensation that was incredibly painful.Usher's mind was chaotic, drifting between reality
"Honestly, I haven't thought of anything yet, but I will send some people to spy on Vione. Based on my observations, if Vione is really hurt, she might be planning to take revenge on you and Usher."Mireya's eyes widened. It seemed that she had overlooked this possibility. "I can definitely feel Vione's hatred, but I never thought she would plan to take revenge on me.""Aren't you a woman, Mireya? So would you sit quietly if another woman tried to seduce me?"Mireya growled. Her expression changed instantly. "Of course not, Torin. If she even thinks about it, I'll get rid of her immediately."Torin's laughter echoed. "You're really straightforward, Mireya, and that's why I love you so much.""Enough, Torin. Don't try to distract me. I am really exhausted right now," Mireya said and let out a long breath. She stood up and went to the kitchen to get a cup of warm water. "These pregnancy hormones make me miss you terribly."This time Torin's laughter was replaced by a long groan. "Do you