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An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 142
ZAREK I took a step closer to her, trying to bridge the gap between us. Then, I sat down next to her on the floor, hoping to be closer and more intimate.โBut hey, we get a chance to be together during your busy schedules,โ I said, trying to shift the focus to a more positive note.Tania's gaze narrowed, her anger still simmering. โYou think a simple apology and a cute comment will fix everything?โ she asked, her voice dripping with scepticism.I reached out to her, trying to connect.However, she smacked my hand away, causing me to wince in pain. โOuch!โ I exclaimed, surprised by her sudden movement.โDon't shift the subject. You think my efforts are useless,โ Tania said, her voice laced with hurt and frustration.โI don't,โ I replied, pausing to collect my thoughts. โActually, I only agreed to this suggestion because of you. But I know those doctors, and they won't fix my wolf. They would only chase me out, call some asylum, or maybe the cops.โโWell, now this doctor is differen
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ZAREK Karen turned and led us to a nearby stairwell, just a short walk from the elevator.As we walked, Karen chatted lightly, trying to distract us from the stress of the situation. I appreciated her effort, but my focus was on Tania. I was relieved to see that she looked happy and at ease, a stark contrast to the worried face she had before we reached this building. Her eyes sparkled as she smiled, filling me with a sense of joy. As we entered the stairwell, the quiet, carpeted space enveloped us. Its soft lighting was a welcome respite from the drama of the elevator malfunction. With Karen leading the way, Tania and I followed close behind, our footsteps quiet on the plush carpet of the stairwell. We climbed a few flights of stairs and reached the specialist's office on the upper floor. Karen opened the door to a cosy waiting room, and we stepped inside. The room was filled with comfortable chairs and calming decor, and a few magazines lay on a coffee table. Karen gestur
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ZAREKI furrowed my brows, confusion etched on my face.What?Just moments before, Dr. Everett had been eagerly sharing the success story of a patient who had mastered control over their transformations. Now, his words seem to contradict everything he said earlier.โIt isn't?โ I asked, hoping I'd misunderstood.Dr. Everett nodded, his expression unchanging. โNo, it's not.โInstantly, my brief spark of hope was quenched, replaced by simmering frustration. This is ridiculous. I knew it was too good to be true.โGosh, I should have known this is just a waste of time,โ I scoffed, trying to hide my disappointment. Other specialists wouldn't even bother because nothing can be done about it.Dr. Everett's expression remained calm despite my rants, but his voice took on a hint of firmness. โWrong. Something can be done about it, but it isn't easy,โ he explained, his words halting my rant. I took a deep breath, calmed myself, and decided to listen attentively.What did I have to lose anyw
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-08-19An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 145
TANIA I slowly opened my eyes, only to be stabbed by a bright light that made me wince. For a moment, I lay there, trying to let my senses adjust.Taking a deep breath, I raised my head and attempted to sit up, but the effort sent the room into a dizzying swirl of colours and shapes. My strength faltered, and I fell back against the pillow, my head sinking into its softness.As I lay there, my hand instinctively moved to my cheek, where a dull ache pulsed beneath the surface. I traced the tender skin, feeling the faint ridges where claws had raked across it.The memory of that searing pain was still vivid, as was the look on Zarek's faceโhis eyes wild and uncontrolled, filled with a terror I had never seen before.A shudder ran through me at the thought, and my heart began to race. Despite the dizziness, I forced myself to sit up again, driven by my concern for Zarek.I needed to see him.I sat up, and slowly, the room gradually came into focus. I took in the sterile white walls
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ZAREK The pungent smell of blood jolted me awake, making my stomach turn. I immediately started coughing uncontrollably, and blood spilt out of my mouth with each rasp.Even when I tried to push myself up, my arms barely responded, quivering under the strain.I felt weakโfar weaker than usual. Had I injured myself during the transformation?I shook my head slightly, trying to recall. But the memories were hazy, blurred by pain.The only clear memory was how I had hurt Taniaโor, worse, maybe even killed her.The thought hit me like a sledgehammer: my claws slicing through the air... her lifeless form.I squeezed my eyes shut, trying to block out the images, but they burned behind my eyelids, searing into my mind.I forced myself to focus, to push past the rising wave of guilt. I had to find out where I was and what had happened. But as I shifted, pain flared in my wrists, snapping me back to the present.I looked down and saw silver cuffs clamped tightly around them.Why am I cuff
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ZAREK The memory of the man on the phone lingered. Whoever he was, he felt more like a conspirator.And then there was Dr. Everett, standing before me with that unnerving calm, as if everything was perfectly under control.Something didnโt add up.โAre you even a specialist?โ The question slipped out before I could stop myself.Dr. Everettโs expression turned mocking. โThatโs a good question.โ He leaned in, his eyes glinting with amusement. โIs the Medical Arts Building even real? Am I the real Dr. Everett?โMy mind raced. The Medical Arts Building isnโt real?Confusion clouded my thoughts. โWhat are you talking about?โโThis is all just a game,โ he said with a casual shrug.โWhat?โ I said, bewildered.Dr. Everettโs back was now turned to me as he moved towards a distant table.โWait a minute,โ I said slowly, dread creeping in. โYouโre not Dr. Everett, are you?โHe didnโt respond; his focus absorbed in whatever he was searching for. The metallic clinks filled the silence.Then, his l
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ZAREK We stood there for a long moment, wrapped in each other's arms, the tension and fear melting away.The tremble in Tania's shoulders stilled, and when she finally pulled back, her eyes, once clouded with tears, had cleared.โI met Lizzy recently,โ she whispered. The words startled me, and I felt my pulse quicken.โLizzy? Is she alright?โ I asked, searching her face for answers.The thought of anything happening to Lizzy sent a jolt of panic through me. I needed to know if she was okay.Tania nodded, โYes, she came here with me.โAs she spoke, the tightness in my chest eased, replaced by a wave of relief. If Lizzy was with Tania, then she had to be safe.Afterwards, I noticed that she shifted her gaze to what was behind me. Her expression shifted to a mix of relief and something else.Concerned, I followed her line of sight, and turned to see Lizzy.She stood in the doorway, her eyes locked on me. She didn't seem hurt or weary. She seemed rather strong. Stronger than I remembered
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ZAREK Taniaโs breath hitched, her eyes searching mine for any hint of a joke. But this was no time for jokes, no room for lies.โAssassins?โ she whispered, her voice trembling with disbelief.โYes,โ I confirmed, leaning in closer, my tone even. โWeโre trained, skilled, and we do whatever it takesโrobbing, stealing, destroying.โโThe man Lizzy killed was sent to take us out. He murdered Ramirez and Bruce, and he wouldnโt have stopped until he succeeded.โAs I spoke, I watched as Taniaโs expression shiftโa collision of shock and confusion. I could see her trying to piece it all together with the revelation I had just dropped. โWhat? This whole time?โ She asked.I nodded, feeling the weight of my own words. I never wanted her to find out like this. Not like this. But there was no going back now. โI never wanted you to find out this way, but itโs the truth. Thereโs more, though, Tania.โ I paused, grappling with the right words. How do you explain the darkest parts of yourself to so
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An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 153
ZAREK The hall had emptied, leaving behind a quiet that felt almost sacred. The day had been full of energy and celebration, but now, with everyone gone, it was just Tania and me. The air was calm, and I could feel the weight of the moment settling in. I turned to her, my heart steady. This wasnโt going to be a surpriseโafter all, her mother had practically announced my intentions earlier. But that didnโt matter. What mattered was what I had to say, and how much I wanted to share this with her.โLetโs take a walk,โ I suggested, squeezing her hand gently.She looked at me, her eyes warm and trusting, and nodded. We made our way up the grand staircase to the top floor, where the large windows offered a clear view of the night sky. The moon hung low, casting its soft light across the polished floors, creating an intimate, almost magical atmosphere.Tania turned to me, curiosity in her gaze. โWhat are you up to, Zarek?โI chuckled softly. โI know your mother already spilt the beans
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 152
ZAREK โMum, whatโs going on here?โ Tania asked, her brows furrowing in concern.Taniaโs mother looked up, a touch of defensiveness in her tone. โI was just discussing your engagement plans with Zarek. Donโt I have the right to know?โTania opened her mouth to protest, but I stepped in to diffuse the situation. โItโs fine, Tania. Thereโs nothing wrong with discussing it. And yes, I do have plans to propose.โTaniaโs eyes widened slightly with surprise, then softened as she looked at me. Her mother let out a sigh of relief. โAlright then,โ she said, giving a small nod before walking away, leaving us in the midst of the bustling crowd.Tania tugged gently at my hand, guiding me towards the photo op area. As we walked, I couldnโt help but ask, โYouโre not worried about the delay in the proposal, are you?โShe shook her head, a light smile on her lips. โNo, not at all. A normal relationship takes about two years before a proposal is made, so this is pretty standard. Besides, youโve been
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 151
ZAREKTime passed, and the weight of justice finally settled.With Boss and Alpha Barral behind bars, the world felt a little safer, a little lighter.Then, a loud, booming voice echoed through the hall: โAlpha Zarek!โThe words reverberated off the high ceilings and marble floors, sending a shiver down my spine.In an instant, the hall erupted into thunderous applause, a sound filled with appreciation and respect. I let the waves of applause wash over me, taking a moment to soak it all in.This moment felt surreal, almost like a dream, yet the warmth of the applause and the shining eyes of Xander and his Luna, Ziva, reassured me that it was real. The pride that radiated from them confirmed everything I had fought for.I took a deep breath, savouring the moment, then began my walk to the stage.The crowd parted, clearing a path for me, their eyes full of admiration and respect. As I climbed the steps, the weight of responsibility settled on my shoulders, but it was a burden I was re
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 150
ZAREK I held my breath. Alpha Rowan? I had heard of himโa powerful Alpha who was supposed to have been killed along with his wife. But this? It didnโt make any sense.โThatโs impossible. He and his wife were killed,โ I said, my voice barely audible.โThey were,โ Lizzy confirmed, her eyes darkening with the weight of the truth. โNikolasโs father and boss conspired to kill Alpha Rowan and his wife as part of a twisted plan to seize power. When the plan went south and Boss was discarded, he hid the truth from you to protect his own agenda.โThe room felt like it was spinning, with the walls closing in as the reality of her words sank in. I felt like I was falling, unable to grasp anything solid. The man who raised me, who trained me, who I trustedโheโd kept this from me my entire life. I had lived in the shadow of a lie. โSo, everything I thought I knew... was a lie?โLizzy nodded; her expression pained. โHe kept you in the dark because he didnโt want you to know where you really
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 149
ZAREK Taniaโs breath hitched, her eyes searching mine for any hint of a joke. But this was no time for jokes, no room for lies.โAssassins?โ she whispered, her voice trembling with disbelief.โYes,โ I confirmed, leaning in closer, my tone even. โWeโre trained, skilled, and we do whatever it takesโrobbing, stealing, destroying.โโThe man Lizzy killed was sent to take us out. He murdered Ramirez and Bruce, and he wouldnโt have stopped until he succeeded.โAs I spoke, I watched as Taniaโs expression shiftโa collision of shock and confusion. I could see her trying to piece it all together with the revelation I had just dropped. โWhat? This whole time?โ She asked.I nodded, feeling the weight of my own words. I never wanted her to find out like this. Not like this. But there was no going back now. โI never wanted you to find out this way, but itโs the truth. Thereโs more, though, Tania.โ I paused, grappling with the right words. How do you explain the darkest parts of yourself to so
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 148
ZAREK We stood there for a long moment, wrapped in each other's arms, the tension and fear melting away.The tremble in Tania's shoulders stilled, and when she finally pulled back, her eyes, once clouded with tears, had cleared.โI met Lizzy recently,โ she whispered. The words startled me, and I felt my pulse quicken.โLizzy? Is she alright?โ I asked, searching her face for answers.The thought of anything happening to Lizzy sent a jolt of panic through me. I needed to know if she was okay.Tania nodded, โYes, she came here with me.โAs she spoke, the tightness in my chest eased, replaced by a wave of relief. If Lizzy was with Tania, then she had to be safe.Afterwards, I noticed that she shifted her gaze to what was behind me. Her expression shifted to a mix of relief and something else.Concerned, I followed her line of sight, and turned to see Lizzy.She stood in the doorway, her eyes locked on me. She didn't seem hurt or weary. She seemed rather strong. Stronger than I remembered
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 147
ZAREK The memory of the man on the phone lingered. Whoever he was, he felt more like a conspirator.And then there was Dr. Everett, standing before me with that unnerving calm, as if everything was perfectly under control.Something didnโt add up.โAre you even a specialist?โ The question slipped out before I could stop myself.Dr. Everettโs expression turned mocking. โThatโs a good question.โ He leaned in, his eyes glinting with amusement. โIs the Medical Arts Building even real? Am I the real Dr. Everett?โMy mind raced. The Medical Arts Building isnโt real?Confusion clouded my thoughts. โWhat are you talking about?โโThis is all just a game,โ he said with a casual shrug.โWhat?โ I said, bewildered.Dr. Everettโs back was now turned to me as he moved towards a distant table.โWait a minute,โ I said slowly, dread creeping in. โYouโre not Dr. Everett, are you?โHe didnโt respond; his focus absorbed in whatever he was searching for. The metallic clinks filled the silence.Then, his l
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 146
ZAREK The pungent smell of blood jolted me awake, making my stomach turn. I immediately started coughing uncontrollably, and blood spilt out of my mouth with each rasp.Even when I tried to push myself up, my arms barely responded, quivering under the strain.I felt weakโfar weaker than usual. Had I injured myself during the transformation?I shook my head slightly, trying to recall. But the memories were hazy, blurred by pain.The only clear memory was how I had hurt Taniaโor, worse, maybe even killed her.The thought hit me like a sledgehammer: my claws slicing through the air... her lifeless form.I squeezed my eyes shut, trying to block out the images, but they burned behind my eyelids, searing into my mind.I forced myself to focus, to push past the rising wave of guilt. I had to find out where I was and what had happened. But as I shifted, pain flared in my wrists, snapping me back to the present.I looked down and saw silver cuffs clamped tightly around them.Why am I cuff
An Enemy Called Mateย ย ย Chapter 145
TANIA I slowly opened my eyes, only to be stabbed by a bright light that made me wince. For a moment, I lay there, trying to let my senses adjust.Taking a deep breath, I raised my head and attempted to sit up, but the effort sent the room into a dizzying swirl of colours and shapes. My strength faltered, and I fell back against the pillow, my head sinking into its softness.As I lay there, my hand instinctively moved to my cheek, where a dull ache pulsed beneath the surface. I traced the tender skin, feeling the faint ridges where claws had raked across it.The memory of that searing pain was still vivid, as was the look on Zarek's faceโhis eyes wild and uncontrolled, filled with a terror I had never seen before.A shudder ran through me at the thought, and my heart began to race. Despite the dizziness, I forced myself to sit up again, driven by my concern for Zarek.I needed to see him.I sat up, and slowly, the room gradually came into focus. I took in the sterile white walls
