MasukC26: The Mark That LingersThey left the tea hall shortly after.Lilith walked ahead while Raine followed beside her. Liya trailed quietly behind them, holding Raine’s things.The palace halls were long and quiet, with guards stationed at intervals. Raine’s eyes moved around as they walked, taking in the structure, marveled at the interior beauty.After a short distance, they heard footsteps approaching, Raine looked up.It was Prince Kaizen.He slowed down as he got to them, his blue eyes moving from Lilith to Raine.“Lilith,” he called.Lilith smiled slightly. “Kaizen.” His name rolled off sweetly from her tongue.Kaizen’s gaze shifted to Raine again.“Where are you both heading to?” he asked.Lilith answered calmly, “We are going to see the Royal Physician. She has a rash that needs to be checked.”Kaizen’s brows lifted slightly.“A rash?” he repeated as he searched for it with his eyes, his gaze settled on Raine’s neck.Raine felt slightly uncomfortable under his stare.He steppe
C25: Itching SpotLiya nodded forward, her head bowed deeply.Raine turned around and saw him.Her breath caught slightly.His face up close, was far more dangerously handsome than afar. For a second, she forgot herself and simply stared.Her lips parted but no words left them, Lucian stared at her sternly.Then she noticed the look on his face. It was not warm. It was distant and displeased.Raine lowered her head quickly.“Greetings to you, Grand Prince,” she said with a slight bow.Lucian’s gaze rested on her for a brief moment. His eyes narrowed slightly before he gave a low hum in response.Raine felt her heart skip, but she said nothing more.His aura was strong that Liya was trembling slightly, her head still lowered.But Raine was not afraid, she felt something else.Excitement.She did not understand it, Lucian walked past them without another word.Raine turned slightly and watched him for a moment before finally walking back to her quarters.A servant knocked at the door and
C24: First Day At The Lycan PalaceRaine slept soundly that night.The next morning, she woke up to a slight shake. She frowned and rubbed her eyes before turning to the side.It was Liya.“Why are you here?” Raine asked softly, her voice still heavy with sleep.Then she paused, the memory returned quickly.They were no longer in the Silver Pack.They were in the Lycan Kingdom and Liya had been assigned to her.Raine sighed softly and sat up. “I forgot,” she added quietly.Liya lowered her head slightly. “My lady, it is time to get ready,” she said.Raine nodded and got out of bed.She went to bathe, letting the cool water wake her fully. After she was done, she dressed in a simple but neat red dress that complemented her hair.She pinned part of her hair and let the rest flow freely behind her.When she stepped out, Liya gave a small approving nod “my lady you look beautiful” she said with a warm smile which Raine returned.“Let’s go,” Raine said.They walked out together and headed
C23: His Eyes The doors of the courtroom opened once again.A heavy presence filled the room before the figure even stepped in.He walked in with slow, steady steps, his aura overwhelming and domineering. The air itself seemed to shift around him, making it hard to breathe.Raine felt his presence immediately, her fingers twitched slightly as a strange instinct pushed her to lower her head and bare her neck in submission. She clenched her hands tightly, forcing herself to remain still, she turned slightly and noticed the girls were frightened and bowed deeply, none wanted to bare their neck or they were fighting the urge just like she was.Her eyes lifted slightly instinctively.From the side view alone, she could see his sharp, masculine features. His long hair flowed behind him, reaching his lower back. It was black, but strands of blue caught the light with each effortless stride he took.Raine swallowed hard, Then he turned after greeting the lycan king.Her breath hitched as hi
C22: Arrival at the Lycan PalaceThey set off in the carriage.Raine glanced at the necklace in her hand before gently putting it on. The ride was smooth at first, but once they reached a rocky path, the carriage shook occasionally.Maya held onto the edge of her seat tightly.They would only glance at each other occasionally, none daring to start a conversation.They all wondered what the Lycan kingdom would be like.The presence of the two messengers was enough to keep everyone quiet.Raine leaned back slightly, her eyes fixed ahead. She didn’t speak either.They traveled for two days before reaching a vast land. The city gate was huge and sturdy.One of the messengers opened the window and showed a pendant with a Lycan mark on it.The guard stepped forward, took a quick look, then nodded.“Open the gate,” he ordered in an authoritative tone.The large black gates were pulled open, the carriage moved in.Raine and the other girls opened the windows slightly, looking out at the Lycan
C21: Leaving It All BehindAlpha Elmore stepped into the room, his gaze sharp as it moved between the two girls.Luna Indira followed behind him. They had intended to meet Raine before she would leave for the palace only to meet this scene.“What is going on here?” he asked again, his tone firm.Alice was quick to speak, her voice trembling slightly. “Father… she attacked me,” she said, pointing at Raine.Raine let out a quiet breath, her hands clenched at her sides. “She struck me first,” she replied calmly.Luna Indira stepped forward immediately. “You dare raise your hand against your sister?” she snapped.Before Raine could say anything else, a sharp slap landed across her face. The force pushed her slightly to the side, but she remained standing.“You have no right,” Luna Indira continued angrily.Raine lifted her head slowly, her cheek burning, but she said nothing.Alice stood behind them, watching quietly, a faint smile on her lips.Alpha Elmore frowned slightly, his gaze ling







