Masuk|| Author POV ||“I—I break up with you!”Killian’s grip on her arm loosened but he didn’t let go. Her trembling words froze him for a moment, sinking into the silence like a lightening to the chest.He stepped in closer, towering over her, erasing what little distance remained between them.“Repeat it!”Rosa’s whole body jolted under the weight of his furious, soul-piercing glare as if she had just committed an unforgivable sin. As if she’d made the gravest mistake of her life!His teeth clenched together, nostrils flaring in rage. “C’mon repeat it!”Rosa’s breath faltered. Her soul felt like it had left her body. Her lips trembled violently. She looked away, wanting to run but where?“I SAID REPEAT IT!”Rosa flinched violently as Killian roared in her face. His fist slammed into the wall beside her head with a deafening thud.“I-i-i–” tears streamed down her cheeks, her entire body trembling in terror.Rosa had never seen him like this. Never seen him this angry. He looked like a be
|| Author POV ||Rosa’s blood ran cold. Her heart stopped.Is he going to kill her now? In that basement?Her professor?Rosa’s legs refused to move. Panic overtook her and she tried to twist away with a broken cry but Killian’s grip only tightened, yanking her forward without mercy.Rosa’s cries grew louder, echoing in the air like the sound of breaking glass.The door of basement burst open with a deafening clang. Killian dragged her inside, slamming it shut behind them and locked it with a loud click.Rosa’s heart skipped a beat. Her eyes darted to the center of the dim, cold room. A man was tied to a chair. Alive but trembling. His face pale with fear, eyes darting to Killian like he was staring at the death angel.Rosa’s knees nearly buckled.Killian pulled her harshly against his chest. Her petite body trembled in his hold. He leaned down, his head tilting in a twisted, almost playful way and eyes unhinged.“You’re scared?” he growled, glaring into her trembling face. “You’re so
|| Author POV ||Under the vast sky, where the moonlight shimmered over the trees lining the desolate highway, Rosa stumbled forward, limping along the endless stretch of road. Towering trees loomed on either side, leading to deep forest.Her breaths came in ragged gasps, chest heaving in panic. Fear gripped her like a noose as she ran desperately.Rosa didn’t know where she was going. Didn’t care. Fear forced her forward. All she knew was she had to run.She had made the decision without a second thought, without listening to her heart the moment he left her there alone. She was terrified. There was guards from whom she sneaked out.Rosa had no idea where her legs were carrying her, only that she needed to be far away from him. Her shoes finally stopped, standing in the middle of the highway. Her heart was aching. She looked around. Darkness.Rosa turned back to see if anyone was following her. No one. She breathed heavily, panting through all the runs. Her eyes filled with water imm
|| Author POV ||Killian’s dark eyes bore down into her with a furrow of eyebrows. “Where were you going?”The ice cream trembled in Rosa’s hand just like her trembling body. “N-nowhere.” she stammered.Killian’s devilish gaze flicked between her wide lavender eyes. Rosa stepped back in fear. Killian’s eyes briefly met Chris’s, making the man stiffen. Killian wrapped his arm tightly around Rosa once more.“Are you enjoying yourself, bunny?” he whispered into her ear, seeing the ice-cream in her tiny clutch. His hot breath fanned against her skin.Rosa closed her eyes. Her cheeks flushed red from fear. Killian’s hold was possessive. He pulled her along with cold authority. His presence alone was enough to make people stiffen as they passed.Killian led her into a lavish, dimly lit room. Maroon and black tones dominated the interior. Clearly for VIPs only.A man approached with a polite smile. “Hello, Mr. Salvatore.” he greeted, extending a hand.Killian arched an eyebrow before shaking
|| Author POV ||“Let’s meet your freedom, rabbit.”Killian didn’t wait for her answer. With a firm yet gentle grip, he grabbed her wrist and led her forward.Rosa’s steps were hesitant and her body stiff. As they stepped out of the mansion, the cold moonlight spilled over her delicate face, making her wide eyes shimmer with a mixture of fear and fragile hope.The night was calm. Rosa’s small steps faltered slightly, her hand tightly locked in Killian’s. Her eyes widened when they approached a long line of sleek black cars. Over twenty of them lined up like shadows ready to pounce.“Chris, start the car. Get the men ready. No one fires a dagger at the first meeting.” Killian ordered sharply.Rosa glanced up at the familiar figure, Chris.Was he also like Killian? Another dangerous man in this dark world?Killian slid Rosalie into the passenger seat and ignited the engine while she silently fiddled with her fingers.𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟Rosa flinched when the car finally came to a sudden hal
|| Author POV ||Marcus paused, eyes gleaming with mischief.“Professor Kang Rowan or Cedric Thorne?”The man let out a low laugh. “Call me whatever you want.”Marcus chuckled too, shaking his head. “Man, you erased your entire past over that one incident. Living as Kang Rowan now? Impressive. But seriously, what the hell are you still doing in that academy? Aren’t you even a little afraid someone might uncover the truth?”Cedric Thorne aka Kang Rowan lifted a brow with a smirk “Who’s going to catch me? It’s been nine years already!”Marcus paused, then gave a slow nod. “Fair point. What was her name again?”Cedric sipped from his coffee “Who?”Marcus scoffed. “The girl you r*ped.”Cedric’s fingers curled tightly around the cup, “Hana.” He paused, then let out a low, chilling chuckle. “How could I forget her? She was fun, young and beautiful.”Marcus rolled his eyes at the twisted fondness in Cedric’s tone.Cedric leaned back, smiling darkly. “And you asked what I’m still doing at the







