Mag-log inAnother knock came at the door again.The five of us immediately turned toward it."Yes... come in," I answered.The door opened, and two security guards stepped inside. Behind them came Venom.She wasn't dressed like she was going with you—which was a good thing, by the way."Oh, look. My new friend," I said, feigning excitement. "I'm delighted to see you again. See my dress? What do you think? Pretty, right?"I twirled for her, giggling."Sir Venom," the girls chorused respectfully, bowing low.Venom didn't even spare them a glance. Her eyes remained fixed on my bust.I could tell she was distracted."You look exactly how a pet slut should look," she said with a pleasant smile that somehow felt more threatening than a snarl. "Enjoy the day, and don't try anything stupid."I let out a small chuckle. "Try anything stupid like what?"She began walking toward me.The room seemed to shrink around us until we stood so close I could feel the warmth of her breath.She leaned over my shoulde
"I would like to meet your family someday," I told Stacy.Stacy's eyes widened with a sparkle. "Really?"I nodded.Her face lit up with excitement.Before she could respond, Miren sighed. "I don't think Lord Zayne would be merciful enough to let us visit our families."The atmosphere dimmed slightly as I glanced at the four women. Their smiles had faded."I'll see what I can do."Their eyes widened.The next second, they rushed toward me. I barely had time to react before all four wrapped their arms around me. Their gratitude poured from them in endless thanks."My Lady!""You're too kind!""We don't deserve you!"I laughed. "Girls! You're going to ruin my makeup."They immediately jumped back as panic filled their faces. All four bowed deeply."We apologize, Lady Aria."I groaned dramatically. "Enough with that."They straightened and exchanged glances."I told you guys before. We're friends. You don't have to bow to me," I said softly with a sad expression.Miren smiled gently. "Yes
ARIA'S POVI stood before the dressing mirror, staring at my reflection in silence.The woman gazing back at me looked nothing like the broken girl who had arrived months ago.I had been given the finest dress my eyes had ever seen. The luxurious fabric flowed around my body like liquid light, hugging my curves before cascading elegantly to the floor.The beauticians had spent hours transforming me, curling and arranging my golden hair until it framed my face like a crown.Every detail had been perfected.Anyone looking at me would see a pampered woman preparing for a romantic date.How hilarious.At first, I had intended to continue pretending I had lost my memory, to make the reveal more shocking. But that motherfucker—Venom—had pushed my patience beyond its limit. I couldn't help but reveal it to her.I had expected the devil to change his mind about this ridiculous date. At the very least, I thought he would question the doctor who had confirmed my amnesia.However, he hadn't inte
“Don’t say that nonsense!” I growled. “You have an entire army. You have a legacy. You have a city! Don’t you dare act weak for her—” I wanted to tell him everything. I had the recording. I had the power to destroy this fantasy and rip her mask off. But the words stuck in my throat. Because no matter how much I hated it… she made him truly happy. “You’re crying,” he said softly. I quickly brushed the tears from my cheeks. “It’s your fault,” I muttered. “You scare me to death every time you talk like you’re already gone. Why can’t you just fight?” He gazed down at me, eyes tired but steady. “Honestly, I’ve been fighting these feelings for so long. Trust me, I tried. Everything I did—keeping her as my little slut pet—was my way of killing every emotion I had for her.” He tapped his chest. “But I can’t fight forever, you know?” I sniffled and looked away, jaw clenched. “Why does it have to be that bitch? What if she’s been pretending this whole time just to trap you?”
I didn’t answer her . I didn’t even glance back. Her soft chuckle followed me out. “She’s always acting like such a meanie, but I love her. Deep down, she’s a total softie.” I stopped dead in the hallway, fists clenched so tight my nails bit into my palms. Embarrassing me in front of her little Barbie squad. I am the face of war and the commander of this city’s army, and she was reducing me to one of her giggling minions. Celebrate with my her,my ass. I fucking hate that bitch. Oscar-level actress, switching from cold-blooded assassin to bubbly social butterfly in the blink of an eye. It's time to put an end to this madness. When I stepped out of Zayne’s headquarters, my men were already stationed in front of the building. Viper straightened as I approached. “Any updates from the hospital?” I asked. “Lord Zayne asked about you, sir. We told him you had something urgent to handle and that you’d ordered us to stay behind.” “And headquarters?” “Nothing to repo
Just then, a sharp knock echoed through the room. We both turned toward the door. It couldn’t be Zayne—he wouldn’t knock on his own door. “Come in,” she called before I could even open my mouth. Four servants walked into the room, followed closely by a guard. The moment their eyes landed on me, they dropped into deep bows. “Sir Venom!” The blonde bitch shifted instantly. The sharp-tongued viper vanished, replaced by a delicate, glowing flower. She beamed at them with wide, innocent eyes. “Hi, friends!” she squealed, rushing forward. “It’s so good to see you all again!” *Friends?* I scoffed under my breath. She was really committing to this ridiculous act. To my disbelief, they swarmed her with hugs, their voices overlapping in excited chatter. “We missed you so much!” “You look so pretty with your hair up like that!” “Thanks, Hannah,” she replied, giggling. “You’re absolutely angelic.” “Aww, Stacy,” she cooed, her voice soft and sweet—like she couldn’t hu
Aria lay motionless on the bed, her wrists still bound, the rough bite of the restraints a dull ache against her skin. The tape over her mouth muffled her ragged breaths. Zayne’s last words before leaving the room suddenly echoed like poison in her head. “If you really want to kill me, eat someth
“I gave you a chance to do that, remember? But you blew it.” He crouched to her level again, not touching her—just hovering close enough that she could feel the heat of his skin. His massive shadow loomed over her. Aria remained still, her body stiff, but her furious eyes never left his cold ones
The guards led her up a twisted staircase. Then— A groan. A moan. A cry. The sounds grew louder as they ascended, the elevator having only taken them partway up. Whimpers. Sobs. Muffled screams. Wet, slapping flesh. Aria’s heart pounded. Her throat tightened. This was familiar. On
Aria stepped outside, muttering to herself, frustration bubbling up inside. “Where the hell is the main mansion?” She looked up and spotted the tallest building in the distance, about a stone’s throw from where she stood. “That must be it.” She took a deep breath and walked toward it, exp







