To all readers and lovers of this book, thank you so much. Let's follow up on Natasha's story in the next book.I've specially created a playlist for this book, and hope you enjoy it!Daylight- Taylor Swift.Luminary- Joel Sunny.Don't Blame Me- Taylor Swift.Party Monster- The Weeknd.DARK REALM ROYAL ACADEMY “We’re the only ones who can help you. Just say the word. Beg us.”A cold smile tugged at my lips, as I crossed my arms, and stared daggers at them. “Never.” I said, through gritted teeth. ***To ascend the throne of her kingdom, Natasha Jace must attend a royal academy. Grudgingly, she agrees to attend the academy, only to meet her sworn enemies who were also students there. The pompous prince of Shadowers; Kai, the prince of Paradisia; Kaleb, and the arrogant prince of Zandaya; Xavier. Worse still, she becomes their roommate.Natasha soon discovers that the Dark Realm Royal Academy isn't all it seems, and to survive she must join hands with her enemies.
Chapter One. Mirah“Do you Mirabella Aurel, take Jayden Damion as your lawfully wedded husband?” The presiding priest asked, his voice bouncing off all the four walls.There was a momentary silence as I turned to meet the gazes of all those present. Those who'd come to witness my marriage. I spotted my father. Flanked on both sides by my mother and elder sister, he stared hard at me. As if he dared me to go against him.They were waiting for my response. A response that could change my life forever. A response that'd ruin my life.My mother smiled brightly at me, and my sister gave me a thumbs up. “No.” I said, turning to face the priest. Gasps, and muffled voices followed my answer. I didn't turn back to meet the face of my father which I knew would be covered with fury.Neither did I spare the man who was standing beside me, a glance. “What are you doing, Mirabella?” Jayden asked, calmly. But I could sense the fury beneath his tone. No one liked to be turned dow
Chapter Two. Zeke“You went out?” His voice rang out, as I walked into the hall. Sharp and crisp, as always. I didn't react, as I approached him further.“Hello, Father.” I simply said, and took my seat beside him.“What do you think you're doing, Zeke?” My father, King Elliot hissed, as he rammed his hand on the throne's armrest.“Depends on what you're talking about, Father.” I ignored the woman who was smiling beside him. And her son.“You brought someone over?” He continued. I was already irritated at this point. And all I wanted to do was get away, and go to my chambers. But I couldn't. Unfortunately, this was one of the many nights we had a meeting.“The royal ball is in a few days, Ezekiel! What the hell do you-” He was saying, when Alex cut him off.“Isn't that a scent of a human I perceive on you, brother?” He asked, with that signature annoying smile on his face.My gaze darkened, and I hissed, “And why do you care?”“You'd get her out of here, this instant,
Chapter Three. MirahThe danger…As the days passed by, I could feel it. It was so thick that it bore into my being. I hadn't been allowed out of his room in days.And I still didn't know his name. I curled the duvet around my body, ignoring the rumble of my stomach.I didn't want to admit it, but I was already regretting my impulse of asking a stranger for help. Clearly, this place wasn't normal. As someone who'd been born into a bustling environment and wealth, I didn't do well with gothic architecture.I hadn't even gone on social media for days. But without checking, I knew the news of what'd happened would be plastered everywhere on the internet.The daughter of CEO Aurel who'd escaped on her own wedding day? The headlines were sure to be a hit.But then a little part of me- the Mirah who thrived in adrenaline inducing situations, loved every single bit of what was happening. The fear, and strangeness.The door opened at that moment. I adjusted my position on
Chapter Four. ZekeI listened to my father as he rambled on. I was sure he could see the disinterested look on my face, but he didn't seem to mind.“Surely, you wouldn't mind introducing her to us?” My stepmother, Wendy, asked beside him. She sipped her glass of blood, and winked at me.“I don't want you guys to scare her. I'm having a hard time, already.” I forced the words out.I hated explaining myself to anyone, and that didn't exclude my father.King Elliott chuckled. “I just want her to know this place isn't meant for her. A little scare won't hurt, son.” He relaxed on his throne, and I almost cursed.“I brought her here, Father.” I said through gritted teeth.“And I'd send her away. Fair enough.” He shrugged, turning to smile at Wendy.I could still feel Mirah's presence. Her scent even. It comforted me, and helped me keep my temper at bay.Seeing the look of mockery on my stepmother's face, I was sure she was waiting for me to flare up. To add strain
Chapter Five. MirahI buried my head deeper into the sheets. My body was numb, and so was my heart. I stifled a wince when I touched a part of my neck.The part where he'd-My body went on high alert, and I sat up when the door suddenly pushed open. When I saw who it was, I visibly relaxed.But almost immediately my brows knitted into a frown. Like every other day, he'd disappeared before I woke up. And I wondered why he was suddenly back.It had been days since the ball. Days since he'd avoided me.He silently studied me, as he went over to take a seat. The originally wide room suddenly seemed stuffy. Filled with his presence at every corner.I swallowed hard, as I avoided looking at him. I hadn't even come to terms with the fact that he really was a-An odd person. I couldn't bring myself to address him as a…vampire.“Get ready.” He finally said, leaning back on the chair. His eyes glinted in the semi-illuminated room.I hugged myself, conscious of his hard stare a
Chapter Six. Zeke“Let's go.” I stretched out my hand towards her, and she flinched. She hung her head low, avoiding eye contact with me. Master Damien had left a while ago, but not without throwing me a cold glare.I could tell she was shaken by what just happened. “You don't want to?” I asked in a hoarse voice.“I-” She paused and finally looked at me.Without hesitation, I did something which I hadn't done in years. She let out a surprised yelp, as I scooped her into my arms.“What are you-” She looked up at me, with widened eyes and instinctively grabbed my shoulder.I rose into the air, my hand supporting her shoulder, and the other encircled around her waist. The scent of sandalwood and lilies messed with my head, as I flew us home. The air whooshed past, as I doubled my pace.Master Damien. It was already years since I last saw him. And when I finally did, it was over the matter of a human. Of her.I needed no one to tell me that he was going to report wha
Chapter Seven. MirahFear.Languid fear crept through me, as I backed against a wall. The words weren't coming out, even though I tried.Tall, with broad shoulders, the white-black haired man stared down at me.“A word, young lady?” In the same bland voice, he asked. He looked like an older version of Zeke.I needed no one to tell me that this was Zeke's father. An elegant woman in a flowing green gown, stood to the side. And their demeanor was anything but welcoming.‘Say something Mirah.’ Goosebumps peppered my arms. I'd never felt so afraid in my entire 21 years of life.In the place where Zeke had cold gray eyes, this man's eyes were completely black. He was dressed in an all black outfit, with an equally black crown.“We'll take that as a yes.” The woman beside him said with a cold smile. My throat flexed, and I nodded.“Y-yes.” I said in a small voice, and pushed off the wall. As I tailed them, memories of last night flashed through my mind.Zeke had fucked me.