VALENTINA
Steam still clung to my skin as I wrapped myself in a robe and came out of the washroom, the brightness of the day was setting, welcoming the darkness.
I padded toward the closet. But just as I reached for the door, hushed voices stopped me…
Two omega maids. I recognised their scents faintly—laundry girls, arranging dried clothes. They're not allowed to enter the bedroom without permission, so they had probably entered through the other door that was in the corridor.
I hadn’t meant to eavesdrop, but their words—they froze me on the ground…
“Did you hear?” one whispered faintly. Too faint that an average wolf wouldn't hear, yet for me their words were very clear, and this small strength of power had started showing up after the battle with Simon.
“What?” the other breathed back eagerly.
“About the western wing… Alpha Supreme’s o
VALENTINAThe palace had become still, likely everyone was asleep. However, I was not.I lay in our bed alone, staring at the ceiling, observing the shadows that danced across it as the moonlight changed. A strange sense of heaviness and restlessness settled within me. Each time I closed my eyes, the whispers of the omegas echoed in my thoughts, haunting like a cursed chant.His first love… The western wing… Sealed for centuries…Everything felt like a bad dream, a very bad one and the echo of jealousy—Aghh!I rolled onto Andres' side; it's still empty. I clutched the pillow that smelled faintly of Andres. Midnight had passed, but he still hadn’t returned…‘Sleep is not gonna come to us tonight, is it?’ Kira murmured, lying in the dark corner in the back of my mind.‘I guess so,’ I whispered back. My voice sounded foreign in the silence.‘Isn't she just a fir
VALENTINASteam still clung to my skin as I wrapped myself in a robe and came out of the washroom, the brightness of the day was setting, welcoming the darkness.I padded toward the closet. But just as I reached for the door, hushed voices stopped me…Two omega maids. I recognised their scents faintly—laundry girls, arranging dried clothes. They're not allowed to enter the bedroom without permission, so they had probably entered through the other door that was in the corridor.I hadn’t meant to eavesdrop, but their words—they froze me on the ground…“Did you hear?” one whispered faintly. Too faint that an average wolf wouldn't hear, yet for me their words were very clear, and this small strength of power had started showing up after the battle with Simon.“What?” the other breathed back eagerly.“About the western wing… Alpha Supreme’s o
VALENTINAThe lingering tension in the hall was still quite palpable, much like the lingering smoke after a fire. The two brothers, although quiet, were glaring at each other as though engaged in a war fighting beneath the skin. One tick and both would burst.Nope, I wasn’t going to let this invisible war continue, not in front of everyone.With that, I moved forward. My hand found its way into Andres's, my fingers gently clasping his as I turned a courteous, practised smile toward Alessio, at which I am mastering these days.“I appreciate your kindness, second prince,” I said softly, my tone dipped in professional courtesy. “But I already have some other plans to tend to. Perhaps another time?”And I didn't lie. I truly have a plan today: a plan to go over the ancient book I picked up yesterday.A flicker of something unreadable crossed his eyes—disappointment, or perhaps a challenge? I couldn&rsquo
VALENTINAThe morning sunlight illuminated the chamber, casting golden streaks across the space through the tall curtains. Andres was still asleep, his arm draped possessively over my waist, and I couldn’t help but let myself watch him for a moment. He looked so peaceful sleeping, nothing like how intense things were between us last night.I knew it, though. I could still feel yesterday—how he tensed when I said Alessio's name, the way he wouldn't let go. Something was up, and I was gonna find out what.Kira stirred, ‘You have to be careful, Val. That second prince… I don’t trust him.’ her whisper sliced through my thoughts.She's back from being isolated.‘He’s just a guest, Kira.’ I whispered back. ‘Why does it matter so much to you?’‘It’s not just him,’ she hissed, ‘it’s the currents between them. Something’s off.’I pushed
VALENTINAIn the evening, I went to the dinner hall for dinner and soon after Andres joined me as well, along with Beta Jarvis.“My lady.” Jarvis bowed at me devoutly.“Hey…” I smiled softly at my mate, who lowered his head and dropped a kiss on my lips while sitting in his chair.Slowly, other members arrived as well, bowing at us and then taking their seats. However, among them I didn’t see Alessio… ‘Is he not coming?’ I thought to myself.Immediately Kira groaned within my head. ‘Stop thinking about him!’ She snapped.‘.....’‘What is wrong with you?’ I was seriously annoyed. ‘Isn't he Andres's brother and a guest in our place? It's our duty to be hospitable!’ I also snapped this time.‘Do whatever you want!’ She barked at me and then blocked, leaving me stunned.I was startled at first, but then sighed
VALENTINA‘I knew it…’ Kira’s whisper floated in my head. Coming out of the dark corner, she gazed at the Gemini lines. Her eyes were glowing like a moonlit gem.‘Your nightmares are connected to this palace, Val, I am telling you.’ Her tone was etched with confidence.Indeed, I feel the same…“Beautiful, isn’t it?” A sudden, deep voice startled me, forcing me to turn around, and only then did I realise a pair of amber eyes were watching me with a look that felt like curiosity, I guess?I watched him carefully; young and meticulously handsome. He stood straight with both his hands behind his back; he didn't look like any guard, and certainly not an omega. His presence had power and dominance. And—he looks familiar?Besides, Caroline's head had remained slightly bowed at him…Kira stirred within, ‘lycan…’ She whispered, ‘careful Val, I c