Adrain's POVI woke up, squinting my eyes. The scent of herbs filled the room. My body felt heavy, but I wasn't in pain. My vision cleared slowly, and the first thing I saw was Elysia.She was curled up beside my bed, fast asleep on a small stool. Her arms were crossed over the edge of the mattress and her head resting on them.“Elysia,” I whispered.She stirred and opened her eyes, startled at first. Then her face softened as she saw me awake.“You’re awake,” she said with a wide smile.“Yeah,” I said, my voice rough. “How long was I out?”“Not for too long,” she said gently. “The poison was spreading fast, but… the herbs helped.”I tried to sit up. “You made them? I know you did.”She nodded. “Of course. I wasn’t going to let you go down that easily, Alpha.”I smiled. “You saved me.”She handed me a cup of steaming liquid. “Drink this. It’ll help with your strength.”I took it, my fingers brushing hers. “Thank you,” I said sincerely before taking a sip. It was bitter, but I didn’t
Alicia's POVI walked quickly through the hallway, the hem of my gown brushing the polished floors. I saw Sarah coming out of the infirmary a while ago.Thank goodness she didn't notice me, she looked like she was up to something and I wondered what.I clutched a small silver dagger under my cloak, my hands trembling, I wasn't scared but anger burned through my veins. Elysia had ruined everything. She took what was meant to be mine. She was never supposed to survive right from the beginning. She was never supposed to come back.And as for Sarah I will deal with her later, the liquid was a love portion meant to make Adrain mine but she spoilt my whole fucking plan and she was going to pay for it.“She’s in the garden,” one of the maids whispered as she passed by.Probably she was gathering herbs for Adrain or something. I moved faster, my steps light, my heart beating fast , it had to end today and it had to end right now.I was determined to make it happen, I would drive the blade ri
Elysia’s POVI couldn't stop thinking about Alicia. She’d gone out without saying a word and returned acting like everything was fine. Something about her behavior didn’t sit right with me. She smiled too much and looked calm staring at Adrain, which made me really uncomfortable. I sat on the couch beside Adrian, and Sarah came in carrying a tray of snacks and drinks.“Here,” she said, setting the tray down. “I’ll be right back to bring the rest of the drinks.” she said gesturing to where Adrain is seated.I glanced over at Alicia’s seat. It was still empty. She hadn’t returned yet.Was she up to something? Or she was planning one of her evil deeds. Gosh stop it, Elysia. You are just overthing.I reached for the drink that was sitting in a tray . I carefully walked to Adrain and placed it on the desk.in front of him."Here, you should have this," I said."Thank you, Elysia," Adrian replied with a smile, taking the glass from the tray.He started drinking. Adrain and Tlyer resumed co
Alicia's POVI stood by the corridor, my two hands by my side as I watched Reiner walk toward me. His steps were slow as always when he wanted to tell me something important, like he had all the time in the world. I tapped my fingers against my arm, waiting for him to get close.He finally got close and leaned beside me against the wall.“You called?” he asked, his eyes half-alert, checking around to see if no one was watching us like usual.“Yes,” I said, lowering my voice. “I have it.”He raised an eyebrow. “Have what?”I looked around to make sure no one was listening, then leaned closer. “The love potion. What we planned to use.”His eyes widened slightly, and I smirked.“I’m going to use it on Adrian today,” I said, trying to keep my voice calm, though my heart was racing. “Everything is working out just exactly the way we planned it. Still trying g to get there trust back but once I finally use this love portion we will know the next step.”Reiner didn’t look as happy as I want
Adrian’s POVI left for my office when Sarah came around, I opened the curtains and sat behind the large wooden desk, flipping through sheets of parchment and notes.The moon celebration and the fight competition were only a few days away. Everyone expected it to be perfect. I had to make sure everything was in place, the timing, the guest seating, warriors’ schedules, patrol shifts, food, music, rituals… the list went on.I was yet to send invite to other Alphas. I haven't stamped most of it.I grabbed a pen and underlined a few lines on one of the schedules Kyle had drawn up for the warrior duels.“There were too many matches in one day,” I muttered to myself. “They’ll be exhausted before the finals.”I made a note to cut it down and rearrange some timings. Just as I began to draft a new sequence for the event, there was a loud knock on the door.I didn’t bother to look up. “Come in, Kyle,” I said, already assuming it was him.“Hello Alpha,” The voice was feminine and it wasn't Ely
Elysia’s POVThe moment Adrian and I opened the door, I saw them.Alicia smiled first. “Elysia.”She said my name like we were friends. Like we had any kind good long time relationship of between us.I blinked and tried not to let my face show how annoyed I was. I forced a small, polite smile. “Good morning.”Tyler stood next to her. His face was dull and unreadable. I didn’t even want to look at him for long. I kept my eyes on Alicia instead.“I...” She paused taking a deep breath. Her voice was softer than normal like I had remembered it. “I know this might be strange… me being here. But I just needed to see you.”I raised a brow. “See me?” I was thinking the both came for Adrain, why is she here to see me.“Yes. To apologize.”Adrian stood beside me, his arm brushing against mine. He was silent, allowing me and Alicia have our little conversation.He didn’t interrupt, and that meant he wanted to see where this would go.“I’m sorry,” Alicia said again. “I know I’ve hurt you. I know