Marcello pov"Rebekah!!" I bellowed her name again, the sound ricocheting off the plastered walls and mingling with the cacophony of laughter and music in the air. Frantically, I swept my gaze across the crowded room, a sea of unfamiliar faces blending into a blur as I searched for that one familiar figure. With each passing moment, the rising tide of panic washed over me, my heart pounding like a frantic jackrabbit trapped in a snare. I cried out for her once more, my voice laced with urgency. "Rebekah!!"Driven by a force beyond my control, my feet propelled me forward, weaving in and out of clusters of partygoers lost in their own revelry. The pulsing rhythm of the bass thumped heavily in my chest, and the idle chatter around me faded into a dull, disorienting hum. Desperation clawed at my insides, tightening its grip with every heartbeat. Where was she? Why wasn't she responding to my calls?I navigated through the throng, feeling the warmth of bodies brushing against mine, the sc
Rebekah povHow could Marcello do this? How could he reduce these people to such a state? The slaves, the breeders, they were all human beings, deserving of dignity and respect. But Marcello saw them as nothing more than pawns, tools to be used and discarded.The child's sobs slowly subsided, their small body relaxing in my arms. I held him for a long time, trying to impart some sense of safety, some sense of comfort. As I did, I knew I had to protect this people but how? had to find a way to keep them safe from Marcello's wrath but it's just a myth I can't do anything.But for now, I just held the child, my heart heavy with sorrow and my mind racing with determination. I would not let Marcello win. I would not let him break me, or these people. I would find a way to fight back, to reclaim their dignity and their lives. But I just had to mind my business because I can't fight him.The child's grip on me tightened, and I knew I had to let go. I gently pried their arms loose, smiling s
Rebekah povI lounged in the garden, surrounded by the vibrant colors of blooming flowers and the soft chirping of birds. The warm sun cast a golden glow on my skin, and for a moment, I felt at peace. My gaze drifted to the help standing beside me, her eyes fixed on me with an admiring glint."Get me fruit, veggies, and a bottle of liquor," I instructed, my voice low and husky. "Blend the fruits and add liquor to it. And don't skimp on the liquor."The help's eyes sparkled as she nodded, her voice barely above a whisper. "Yes, ma'am."As she turned to leave, her gaze lingered on me, and I felt a flicker of discomfort. "Ma'am, Rebekah, you look stunning in this new dress of yours," she said, her voice filled with genuine admiration.I felt a surge of shame. How did she know it was new? I hadn't been to the mall in ages, and Lyra's departure had left a void in my life. I'd ordered the dress online, hoping to fill the emptiness. I raised my gaze, a smile spreading across my face."Thank
Cassandra’s POVI stood up, my heart pounding and eyes locked on the grand staircase that spiraled elegantly to the second floor. The weight of the unfolding drama crashed down around me like a thunderclap. Vincenzo, the enigmatic man I once thought I understood, had just shoved me aside as if I were a mere afterthought in his world. How dare he? The audacity. The nerve. A simmering resolve built within me; I would show him the consequences of playing with Cassandra.The sharp click of my heels echoed through the lavish hall as I stormed toward the two security guards who had witnessed the entire humiliating exchange. My anger surged, intensifying with each step. "You," I snapped, pointing directly at the first guard, allowing my voice to drip with venom. "You saw what just transpired, didn’t you? Don’t play coy with me."His face paled, and he shifted his weight nervously, glancing between me and the imposing staircase. "Y-yes, ma'am," he stammered, clearly rattled by my intensity.A
Vincenzo’s POVI stepped out of the car, the sound of the slamming door echoing in the stillness of the late afternoon. The security guards stationed near the entrance nodded in unison, their expressions a blend of familiarity and cautious intrigue. I brushed past them, my heart racing as my feet carried me toward the sprawling mansion that loomed ahead, its white façade glistening under the golden sun. There was an urgency in my stride, a desperate determination that propelled me forward.As I entered the grand living room, the scent of polished wood and expensive perfume filled the air, mingling with the faint sound of classical music playing softly in the background. Cassandra's voice chimed in like a bell, bright and welcoming. "Vincenzo, darling!" she exclaimed, her graceful figure rushing toward me with arms outstretched for a hug. I sidestepped her embrace instinctively, my gaze darting around the room, searching for the one person who had been occupying my thoughts."Where's L
Marcello’s POVThe darkness seemed to swallow everything whole, but I stood tall, my resolve burning like a fire. I would not be defeated. I would not be denied.Lyra would be mine again, no matter the cost.I stepped out of the dimly lit room, the cool evening air enveloping me like a refreshing embrace, a stark contrast to the stifling atmosphere I had just escaped. The muted sounds of the night—distant leaves rustling and the soft hoot of an owl—seemed to mock my turmoil. My godfather's sudden appearance was like a slap in the face; his calm demeanor was a sharp contrast to the chaos swirling in my mind."Marcello, what's going on?" he inquired, his voice smooth as silk, as if he were discussing mundane matters over coffee rather than confronting a crisis. His eyes, sharp and penetrating, seemed to dissect me in the fading light, searching for the hidden truths I was struggling to articulate.A surge of anger rose within me, and my words tumbled out in a frantic rush, each syllable