Chapter Twenty-FourPlan B/-Manda-/Liana was the last person I expected to see soon in the palace. She had always been against my marriage to Roman, said he didn't deserve me, but it didn't stop me from complaining to her every time things went bad. But she had never come here to visit me. Not since the wedding. I met her waiting for me in the courtyard. “Liana,” I breathed and she smiled at me. “Manda.” I went in for a tight hug. I haven't seen in person for almost two years now. The last time I saw her was when I heard she got newly employed at Skylac. I went there to celebrate with her. “It's so good to see you,” I said.“You too, baby sis,” she patted my back gently. “Come with me,” I ushered her to the table which was the maids prepared for two of us. They served a bottle of wine and biscuits. “What would you like to eat? I'll ask the servants to prepare immediately.” “That won't be necessary. I am okay with the wine and biscuits,” she assured me. “That's why I'm taller
Chapter Twenty FiveA shocking turn of events/-Isla-/“Princess.” I paused by the door, turning to the maid. “Yes? Is there a problem?” I asked. “The Alpha demands your presence. He is waiting by the pool,” she said. Roman? Again? What could he possibly want this time? I just got back and I can't even have a moment of peace? Hasn't he done enough at the office already?“Okay,” I forced a smile. “I will be there shortly.” She bowed and walked away. I walked into my room and dropped my bag. I went to the bathroom to splash water on my face. I stared at my reflection in the mirror. I almost didn't recognise the girl that stared back at me. My sapphire eyes were dim from stress and my hair was a mess. “Alpha, huh?” I sighed, moving away from the sink. As I walked out of my room, heading to the pool area, I couldn't help but wonder why Roman chose to meet me there. I mean, what happened to the garden? Courtyard? Lounge? Rooftop?‘You’re desperately trying to find fault in everythi
Chapter Twenty six Split Personalities /-Isla-/Office was hell for me. Liana made sure to frustrate me in every way possible. She seized my lunch breaks, stacked my desk with endless paperwork and ssnt me on errands I had no business running.She didn't want be me any opportunity to report her. I was so stressed out that every time I got home, I just crashed on the bed and slept till the next day. I was miserable and tired, yet there was nothing I could do about it.I knew she was punishing me for some sister of hers but I still didn't know who this sister was and what exactly I did to her to deserve such hatred. Even Garry was prevented for checking up on me. I was isolated and suffocating in the little office that had somehow managed to become hell. Today was Friday and I honestly couldn't wait for close of work. I needed to rest my mind, soul and body. “Isla,” Liana called suddenly and I felt my heart sink. “We both know it's weekend and we don't work on weekends…”My heart
Chapter Twenty SevenInsane Jealousy /-Isla-/He is crazy. He has lost his fucking mind!I stared in shock, unable to utter a word as the anger dancing in those seafoam orbs directed at me. “Greetings, Alpha,” Carlos bowed with a puzzled expression on his face. “What are you doing back here?” Roman asked and I blinked. Is he being serious right now? Does he know what he's about to do?Carlos looked between me and Roman in confusion. “I came to see the princess…” he said helplessly. “I… didn't think there was anything wrong with that.”“You don't see anything wrong with an omega kissing the princess of Crescent Moon before the guards and maids?” Roman raised a brow and I watched Carlos' face go red in embarrassment. A gasp fell off my lips. Everyone was watching the scene now. Who the hell does he think he is to embarrass my boyfriend before everyone?“And what is wrong with that?” I fired. “We are going to get married anyways!” Roman turned to me with an icy expression. “ I do
Chapter One /-Isla-/Alpha Roman Kane.I have never wanted any man as much as I wanted him. Never craved the touch of any man as much as I craved him.I wanted him to pin me to the wall, push up my skirt and fuck the daylights out of me.I wanted him to hate seeing me with other men as much as I hated seeing him with other women. Burn with the same jealousy I did when others looked at him. When I couldn't call him my man.My need for him was like a cancer, spreading through my body. Corrupting and eating me alive until I slowly lost myself.I stared at my reflection in the glass, sucking in a deep breath. Today marked the sixteenth year of my existence. I was practically an adult, who was old enough to take responsibility for my feelings.I had to have Alpha Roman to myself. I just had to."Isla. Seriously. Stop staring."Elsie’s voice came as she nudged my elbow, her brows pulled together in that worried way of hers."I’m not staring," I mumbled, but my eyes drifted back anyway.Rom
Chapter 2/-Isla-/It's been two weeks since Roman read my diary and since then, he had avoided me by all means. We didn't see eye to eye and he became a rare presence during breakfast and dinner.I was heartbroken. I couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, couldn't even think. I was a walking zombie. I spent night after night, sobbing and cursing myself for ruining the perfect relationship we could have had.To make it worse, there were rumors everywhere that he was going to finally choose a mate.I didn't want to believe it but the servants wouldn't shut up about it, especially the ones that cleaned the hallway. Even now, I could hear them from my room.“Have you seen the class of women that come to see him every day? All with luxury gifts and enticing offers,” one said.“You speak of the foreign women but I see him most times with that lady, Manda. I think they are cooking up something,” another responded.“You could be right,” the first agreed.“Whether he picks her or the hundreds of Princ
Chapter Three5 Years Later/-Isla-/“You need to come back, Isla. The Luna is seriously ill. The Doctors don't think she would be able to make it to the next moon,” Elsie's voice rang desperately in my ears. “You need to see her, Isla. Please… you'll never forgive yourself if she dies without you seeing her.”I knew she was right. After leaving home years ago, I cut all communication with everyone. Except Elsie, of course. Even though Roman was the one who hurt me, I secretly resented everyone, including my mother for not stopping him. It just hurt so much at that time and my naive sixteen-year-old self didn't care if she knew about my feelings or not. I hated myself for punishing her for something she knew nothing about but leaving was the only way to get over him. All I had to do was push on till my eighteenth birthday.When I clocked eighteen, I was excited. I thought I would find the mate that would finally take my mind off Roman for good but I was wrong. The goddess only grant
Chapter Four /-Isla-/This had to be a cruel joke. I turned eighteen and waited eagerly for my mate but Arla didn't pick him up and now, two years later when I already found myself a charming boyfriend, I was suddenly mated?‘Let’s go, Isla, we're going to lose him if you keep whining,’ Arla cried impatiently. Whining? She was the one whining!I followed the scent and Arla's excitement pushed me into a run. I went through the courtyard and finally found myself in the garden. There was no one there but the scent was incredibly strong and overwhelming. He was here somewhere!“Looking for someone, little one?” My entire body stiffened as the rich silky tone filtered into my ears. 'Mate!’ Arla leaped again but I didn't turn around.This had to be a cruel joke. The man who rejected me five years ago was now my mate? The goddess had to be pranking me!He took a step forward and I could feel his presence engulf me. The air was thick with his pheromones and I found myself melting. “You
Chapter Twenty SevenInsane Jealousy /-Isla-/He is crazy. He has lost his fucking mind!I stared in shock, unable to utter a word as the anger dancing in those seafoam orbs directed at me. “Greetings, Alpha,” Carlos bowed with a puzzled expression on his face. “What are you doing back here?” Roman asked and I blinked. Is he being serious right now? Does he know what he's about to do?Carlos looked between me and Roman in confusion. “I came to see the princess…” he said helplessly. “I… didn't think there was anything wrong with that.”“You don't see anything wrong with an omega kissing the princess of Crescent Moon before the guards and maids?” Roman raised a brow and I watched Carlos' face go red in embarrassment. A gasp fell off my lips. Everyone was watching the scene now. Who the hell does he think he is to embarrass my boyfriend before everyone?“And what is wrong with that?” I fired. “We are going to get married anyways!” Roman turned to me with an icy expression. “ I do
Chapter Twenty six Split Personalities /-Isla-/Office was hell for me. Liana made sure to frustrate me in every way possible. She seized my lunch breaks, stacked my desk with endless paperwork and ssnt me on errands I had no business running.She didn't want be me any opportunity to report her. I was so stressed out that every time I got home, I just crashed on the bed and slept till the next day. I was miserable and tired, yet there was nothing I could do about it.I knew she was punishing me for some sister of hers but I still didn't know who this sister was and what exactly I did to her to deserve such hatred. Even Garry was prevented for checking up on me. I was isolated and suffocating in the little office that had somehow managed to become hell. Today was Friday and I honestly couldn't wait for close of work. I needed to rest my mind, soul and body. “Isla,” Liana called suddenly and I felt my heart sink. “We both know it's weekend and we don't work on weekends…”My heart
Chapter Twenty FiveA shocking turn of events/-Isla-/“Princess.” I paused by the door, turning to the maid. “Yes? Is there a problem?” I asked. “The Alpha demands your presence. He is waiting by the pool,” she said. Roman? Again? What could he possibly want this time? I just got back and I can't even have a moment of peace? Hasn't he done enough at the office already?“Okay,” I forced a smile. “I will be there shortly.” She bowed and walked away. I walked into my room and dropped my bag. I went to the bathroom to splash water on my face. I stared at my reflection in the mirror. I almost didn't recognise the girl that stared back at me. My sapphire eyes were dim from stress and my hair was a mess. “Alpha, huh?” I sighed, moving away from the sink. As I walked out of my room, heading to the pool area, I couldn't help but wonder why Roman chose to meet me there. I mean, what happened to the garden? Courtyard? Lounge? Rooftop?‘You’re desperately trying to find fault in everythi
Chapter Twenty-FourPlan B/-Manda-/Liana was the last person I expected to see soon in the palace. She had always been against my marriage to Roman, said he didn't deserve me, but it didn't stop me from complaining to her every time things went bad. But she had never come here to visit me. Not since the wedding. I met her waiting for me in the courtyard. “Liana,” I breathed and she smiled at me. “Manda.” I went in for a tight hug. I haven't seen in person for almost two years now. The last time I saw her was when I heard she got newly employed at Skylac. I went there to celebrate with her. “It's so good to see you,” I said.“You too, baby sis,” she patted my back gently. “Come with me,” I ushered her to the table which was the maids prepared for two of us. They served a bottle of wine and biscuits. “What would you like to eat? I'll ask the servants to prepare immediately.” “That won't be necessary. I am okay with the wine and biscuits,” she assured me. “That's why I'm taller
Chapter Twenty Three A second chance /-Isla-/It was pointless, yet I don't even know why I try.After he gave me that answer, he coldly dismissed me. Asking me to get back to work like none of it ever happened. It hurt. A lot more than I wanted to admit but there was nothing I could do. No form of reverse psychology would ever make him change his mind. I was stuck with him whether I liked it or not. I was too exhausted to try to searched for Garry after work, to apologise for what happened earlier. I guess that would have to wait until tomorrow. I just wanted to go home now and sleep it off. Thankfully, Mrs Lang didn't hoard me with work to do at home so I walked out of the building the same way I came. The driver was already waiting for me.“Greetings, your highness,” he bowed Andi nodded in acknowledgement. I entered the car and let my body fall against the leather seat. My phone rang at that moment and I wanted to ignore it but something just told me to check. I picked it
Chapter twenty two What We Feel/-Isla-/“Can I at least tell him I'm leaving?” I asked Roman. “No,” he said plainly. “But it will be rude to…”“He was employed to work not to go on dates. You don't owe him anything,” Roman said plainly. “For moon's sake, it is just lunch! Not a date!” I groaned. “I am just trying to show some courtesy.”He didn't argue with me any further. He simply grabbed my hand and pulled me along with him back to the office. I could feel the dozens of eyes on us and I just wanted to disappear. Why was this man bent in making my life difficult? Wasn't it hard enough already? He didn't stop until we were both in his private elevator. “What are you doing, Roman?” I demanded. “Did you see the way everyone was staring at us?” “So fucking what?” He suddenly advanced towards me and I moved backwards. The predatory look in his eyes made my legs feel like jelly. “Why…why are you coming so close to me?” I stuttered out as I backed away from him. “Don't… don't com
Chapter Twenty-OneA new friend/-Isla-/Lunch break came sooner than expected and even then, I was happy to go. Ksit a few hours here and it already felt like I was working for an eternity. “You can take a break now,” Mrs Lang told me. “Get yourself something to eat.” I didn't even try to play the perfect employee and stay back like she did to finish my work. I was off my seat and grabbing my purse. I could feel her judgement gaze on me even though she was the one who I should go for my break. I walked out of the room, relieved to be out of her sight and headed downstairs. As I stepped out of the elevator, I met someone. A blond with soft blue eyes just outside the elevator. “Hello,” he smiled at me. “Hello,” I responded politely. “You're new here, right?” He asked and I nodded. “I'm Garry, you?” I couldn't help wondering if he didn't actually know who I was. I mean everyone knew members of the royal bloodline right?“Isla,” I responded, taking his hand. “There's a restaura
Chapter Twenty Not So subtle/-Isla-/“You can't just do this,” I blurted. “It wasn't my fault!” “Whose fault is it then?” Mrs Lang asked. “Mine?” “Some lady walked in here and just poured your coffee all the documents. I didn't do anything to her. Goddess knows that i don't even know her name!” I said. She didn't look even a tad hit convinced. “Your little amateur lies will not save you from this. Stop wasting your breath and leave. I warned you about this before hand, didn't I?” She reminded me. “I don't give second chances so don't bother begging.” A tear rolled down my cheeks. I was frustrated and didn't bother explaining myself further. I just packed up and walkd out of the office. I wiped my tears furiously as I walked down the hall. Less than two hours I arrived here and I was already leaving permanently. I bumped hard into someone and staggered back. Before I could fall, a strong pair of arms wrapped around my waist. “Isla,” that familiar baritone drew my attention to
Chapter Nineteen Frustration isn't cute /-Isla-/I woke up later than I expected. I was exhausted out of my mind but I needed to go to work. It was my first day and I couldn't afford to make a bad impression on my first day. I didn't even know what kind of person Mrs Lang would be. It was 8:30 when I arrived at the company. I was dressed in the pantsuit I wanted to wear yesterday. Thankfully, my injuries were already gone and I couldn't feel the pain anymore. Arla healed up in my sleep. I headed to the second floor where Mrs Lang's office was located, clutching tightly to my internship letter.I was supposed to be an employee but of course, Roman just had to prove himself. I let out a sigh and knocked twice. “Come in,” came an immediate response, and I entered. Mrs. Lang sat behind a massive, sleek black desk, her sharp eyes assessing me the moment I stepped through the door. She didn’t smile. No, that would have been too much. Instead, her expression was hard, her posture str