Mag-log inThere was no sign of Nathaniel in his room, the library, the stables, or even the garden. Nathan hadn’t mentioned going anywhere earlier, so he was certainly somewhere on the estate. Sarang sighed in defeat and decided to check one last place: the arena.
He spotted Nathan’s blonde hair, as he sat on one of the concrete benches, crouched over as he aggressively scribbled into a book.
Sarang smiled ear to ear and crept towards him gently, but he jerked to a stop when Nathan sudden
There was no sign of Nathaniel in his room, the library, the stables, or even the garden. Nathan hadn’t mentioned going anywhere earlier, so he was certainly somewhere on the estate. Sarang sighed in defeat and decided to check one last place: the arena.He spotted Nathan’s blonde hair, as he sat on one of the concrete benches, crouched over as he aggressively scribbled into a book.Sarang smiled ear to ear and crept towards him gently, but he jerked to a stop when Nathan suddenly ripped the pages from the book one by one before flinging the notebook aside.“Nathan?” Sarang called, a little surprised by his outburst but unafraid. It wasn’t out of character to throw solitary tantrums when he didn’t want to bother anyone.Nathan whipped his head around, flustered when he saw Sarang standing behind him. His face turned from pink to red when he realised how much paper he’d littered.“This is embarrassing.”Sarang chortled and marched to the firs
The days following Lucian’s birthday returned to normal, and Lysandra continued her chess lessons with Lucian. Occasionally, Sarang joined them for a game, creating grounds for a genuine friendship between them. Their conversations gradually shifted from a shared interest in Nathaniel to topics of culture, politics, literature, fashion, and music.Lysandra prided herself on the skills in which she was superior to Sarang: dancing, music, horse riding, embroidery, and poetry. Sarang could play the piano and cook, but that was about the extent of his omega charm. However, Sarang was highly intelligent, more intelligent and inquisitive than her brother, Luke, which was an assurance his offsprings would never be dim-witted.Spending more time with Sarang made her understand why Nathaniel loved him. He was loveable, kind, and all the things she wasn’t. Despite being a slave from a faraway, unknown country, he had been raised with love and radiated the same warmth toward othe
“What have you found?” Nathaniel was direct with Ashton as soon as he entered his office.Ashton sat upright and placed his empty glass on the table.“A few words of pleasantries is the best way to start a conversation, but you would not know, given your lack of a maternal figure.”“I did not come here to be criticised by you. You had both, and somehow, I turned out better, which shows my father did more than enough.”Ashton scowled. “I dislike you.”“The feeling is mutual.”Ashton placed his hand beneath the cushion pillow and slapped the ownership papers onto the table. He crossed his legs and leaned back.“A man born a slave dies a slave. Very simple system. However, there are three ways a slave can be granted freedom. One, the slave’s debts are cleared. Second, the master grants them their freedom. And third—”“The slave is granted amnesty from a higher power or the Church.” Nathaniel replied.Ashford nodded. “Howeve
Before the break of dawn, earlier than usual, the Blackwell household servants rose and commenced their duties. Curtains were changed, decorations set, and silverwares were replaced in preparation for the day’s events—the birthday of the Grand Duke, Lucian Blackwell.Sebastian oversaw every activity, ensuring that every detail was perfect without fail. Gifts began to arrive as early as seven, accompanied by a few cards and letters for the master. Except one.“Deliver this note to the young master.” Sebastian instructed, handing the letter to a young maid.An hour later, Sarang left his room and encountered Nathan on his way down the stairs. Nathan was dressed in formal attire, already prepared to leave.“You are dressed very handsome for an evening event.” Sarang complimented.Nathan chuckled. He wrapped his arms around Sarang’s waist and kissed his lips.“I have urgent business with my superior.”“It should be postponed. It is the Gr
The doctor nodded and dropped his note.“Nothing seems wrong with you physically… For now.” He spoke. “However, you did not heed my advice, and now you cannot fight your biology. Your body is like a vegan dog that has tasted meat and desires more, even at the cost of its life. You were celibate, suppressed your rut for seven years, then took an omega after such long deprivation. Your primitive instincts will never allow you to return to such abstinence, even if it kills you.”He took off his glasses, his expression growing grave.“Have you told him? Your omega? That he imprinted on you?”“He will know with time. All I need is more medicine.”“As your doctor, your wellbeing is my priority.” Doctor Elsworth stated firmly. “If I give you any more medicine, it is the same as killing you. You could turn feral and be locked in a mental institute or suffer a stroke or die. Worse, your pheromone and body will collapse. It’s a state no alpha or omega should ever endure. It’s a fate worse than
A junior clerk, Anthony Heartfelt, guided Nathaniel into a large room filled with multiple desks. The office was beautiful, fully furnished, decorated with a few posters and paintings, and organised like a library, with books and case files neatly arranged. A few junior clerks worked and chatted softly among themselves.“This is our workstation, the grass level.” Anthony said with a proud smile. “It is the best and only position to make mistakes and learn from them if you want to become a judge or a senior associate, Your Highness.”Nathaniel faced him. “We are colleagues on this ground. Please, call me Nathaniel.”“Anthony.” The clerk replied, shaking his hands. “My station is over there.” He pointed at the desk on the far side of the room. “If you have any questions or challenges, you can speak with me anytime.”“I understand.”“You can take any empty station.”Everyone’s attention shifted to Nathaniel as he walked past them toward an empty desk close to a window and a bookshelf. Ma
As night crept, the streets bustled with people and lanterns casting warm light over the cold evening. Sarang picked up a green half mask from the wagon and turned to Lucian.“What do you think, Master?” Sarang asked.Lucian shook his head. “It doesn’t compliment your crown.”“How about this?”“It’
Ten days later, Lucian and Sarang set off for New Borough at dawn. The journey was long and exhausting, but Sarang admired the view away from their hometown. The first he had ever gone without Nathan tagging along.Sarang’s eyes softened. He wondered what Nathan was doing. Were the negotiations goi
Nathaniel stared at the doors of Lucian’s study and heaved. He knocked then entered.His father sat at his desk, eyes closed, coloured papers and books strewn around him, and a half-full bottle of whiskey rested by his side. A glass chessboard and books sat on a desk by a window with two chairs fac
Season’s flourished, days progressed to weeks, weeks to months, a year, two, three until eighteen years had passed. All the children raised in the Blackwell villa aged with beauty and grace and young passion blossomed as well.In the beauty of spring at the Blackwell’s home, servants scurried the h







