EsmeraldaWhen Jade's smile grew wider and wider, I knew Alpha Kade's quarters was a stone's throw from where we were. What was so amusing about his quarters?What was she up to? Sadness crept into my heart as I watched Jade's cheerful face. For the first time in my life, I envied someone. I wished I could smile. Not giving fake smiles, but genuine ones. I wished I could find a reason to smile even when there was none. I wished I could loosen up a bit and not let my present situation get to me. But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't. I wished I could just forget all my troubles and live in the moment, but I couldn't. I just couldn't. A minute ago, Jade was the shadow of herself. Her smiles were gone and those bright brown eyes filled with happiness were sunken, into a bottomless pit. Her sweet voice shook as they carefully selected words to me, lest they broke down in tears. But in a blink of an eye, those hurtful memories were forgotten, they were gone in the wind. The
Kade"Is he ready to talk yet?" I groaned impatiently, mind-linking Silvius. My head was thrown backwards on the headrest with my eyes partly closed and my body spinning on the office chair I sat lazily on.It was a long night. A night full of nightmares and memories. I couldn't sleep. I couldn't wait for dawn. But then, dawn crawled like an infant, practising its steps. But I was grateful for its presence. For now, it chased my demons... temporarily. It sent them hiding in the shadows, waiting patiently for dusk.Dusk. I hated dusk. And the darkness it accommodated. My demons lurked in the darkness, waiting for the appropriate time to unleash their presence on me. It was funny how the most powerful Alpha was afraid of nightfall, accompanied by his nightmares. Nightfall was my mortal enemy! And so were my nightmares! "I am not getting anywhere with him, Alpha," Silvius' weary voice filled my head, followed by his long sigh, bringing me back to reality. I could tell that Silv
KadeLeaning closer to the window to have a view, I peeked through it, wondering what Esmeralda was doing in there. As if on cue, her hands reached for Jade's, pulling her closer as if something would snatch her from Jade.Why was she always scared?What was she scared of? "You should be protecting her, Kade," Tyson's voice filled my head. "Welcome back, buddy," A small smile graced my lips. It was good to have him back, after going mute for weeks because of my cold attitude toward Esmeralda and ordering her not to see her witch friend. It hurts. It really hurt her. Each day, I could see hurt in her eyes and I could feel the aching of her heart even if I haven't marked her. It grew every day, like a tumour, spreading inside of her, eating her happiness. Who introduces his mate as a housekeeper? And plans on keeping her identity hidden?Argh!I felt sorry for her but at the same time, there was nothing I could do. I couldn't bring myself to trust her, not after I was betrayed on
KadeDashing out of my house at full speed, I almost collided with my workers who shuddered in fear after sensing my bad mood. Get out of my way, bastards! I growled angrily at them, ignoring their stupid greetings and frightened faces. I couldn't breathe.Rage had its claws on me, almost choking me, making me suck in harsh breaths. I could hardly see as I was blinded by my own fury. It consumed me, flooding my veins, quickening my blood, and stirring inside me like a volcano about to erupt. I wished I could grab the Alpha of the Dark Moon Pack this instant. I wished I could sink my claws into him and rip his heart out. Fuck!I shut my eyes, placing my hand on my head in an attempt to calm myself. Breathe, Kade, breathe. I told myself, shutting out my anger. Good thing the dungeon was just a stone's throw.I trod into the dungeon as quietly as a mouse without startling Silvius. Where was Lukas? A gasp escaped Silvius' lips, "Alpha," He paused, bowing briefly, "I didn't kno
KadeSatisfaction filled my soul as I watched Silvius stare at me in awe, wondering what I was up to. No, you cannot predict me. "Yes, Alpha," He bowed briefly before turning away from me and walking out of the dungeon. I let out a burst of wicked laughter while watching my prey who looked at me in surprise, also wondering what I wanted to do with sugar and water. I could feel them trying to figure out how the solution could be used in torturing someone and how badly it could hurt. It made them prepare themselves mentally for what was coming for them. It was bad. Very bad. WorseWorst than you could ever imagine. Experiencing torture at the early stage of my life made me knowledgeable in that field and torturing people was what I was good at. "Water and sugar, you want to force us to drink it?" The brave one sneered, pinning me with his gaze. "I want to make your skin drink it," I forced a smile, pleased at their confusion, "Don't over think it. Don't worry, you will witness it,
EsmeraldaPulling out the key card from the side pocket of my new red and white uniform which I had gotten a few weeks ago, after resuming my new job as Alpha Kade's personal housekeeper, I tapped it on the card reader and the door swung open. Strange excitement ran through me as I fought the urge to repeat the process. Giving in to the urge after being overpowered by my childish behaviour, I flashed the card on the card reader and tapped it, waiting for the door to open, which it did in a blink of an eye. Why does it feel so good?!And why do I feel like repeating the process again? Esmeralda, it is not a toy, remember? I scolded myself in vain. Urgh! I'm a bit childish, I knew it. Giggling sheepishly as I caressed Alpha Kade's card, I repeated the process over and over again before satisfaction coursed through me. Much better. Pocketing the key card safely, I fumbled with my pockets before taking out a bunch of keys to open the door to Alpha Kade's personal store room. Urg
Chapter 40EsmeraldaI was able to look past the annoying little piece of clothing that Identified me as one of the workers of the Blood Moon Pack and acknowledge that I was beautiful. Beyond this uniform, I was beautiful. Staining my cheeks in the shades of a rose as a blush worked upon it, I ran my hand over my hair, giving myself one final look before leaving the mirror. Work called. But I found my legs taking me to the huge window that revealed the sight of a garden. I couldn't tear my gaze from it. No matter how I tried, I just couldn't. Turning deaf ears to the voices in my head that instructed me to walk, I ran my hand over the window's edges, feeling its smoothness. A spark of emotions flashes through me, jolting me like I was electrocuted. Alpha Kade was here. No doubt His scent was overwhelming. "Look at this flower, Jade," I gasped as my gaze was locked with some beauties who stared at me in return. I remembered how excited I was to know how it felt, how it smelt
EsmeraldaThe cold fingers of fear brushed against my bare back, sending chills down my spine that left me paralyzed. My blood ran cold and I felt my spirit leave my body. Why now, Moon goddess? Why now?Of all the people I wanted to see, Beta Silvius was the last. After my last encounter with him, I made sure to avoid him everywhere.Seems I ran out of luck today. "If it isn't the new housekeeper," His gruff voice resonated in my ears, making me jump in fear. My palms got drenched in sweat and my heart raced when his deadly burning gaze hovered on my little frame. His face scrunched up and his eyes narrowed as if reading a book critically from page to page. Did I do anything wrong? My legs went numb, unable to support my body when he moved closer to where I stood, enclosing the distance between us.What was he going to do to me?And why was he staring at me so hard like he was about to pounce on me any moment? Unable to control my pounding heart, I placed my hand on my chest, s