I could feel his eyes on me but I refused to acknowledge it. From the table, he had been looking at me. Garret’s words no longer amused me. I was breaking under the weight of my thoughts. “You are tense” someone suddenly said from behind me and I turned to see Brayan. As usual, he had no expression on his face. “What do you care?” I said turning away. I heard a scoff and his footsteps walking away. I sighed heavily.My family was in danger if I fucked this up. I retired to the room early. I lay in bed awake for a long time just thinking of what could happen. I wanted to go back to my fiancé but I couldn’t risk my family’s life.I would have to try and do all I can to make this mating work. And when the time came, Nevaeh will take over her life.Sunday’s hit my face and I opened my eyes. I groaned. I must have slept off while thinking. I rolled over hitting something hard and warm. It was a body. Who was in bed with me?I screamed and jumped away almost falling of the bed but strong
The dress was the first thing I saw when I enter red the room. It was laying on the bed and I stared in awe. The silver dress was sparkling. It was so beautiful. My friends would absolutely love the dress.I frowned in sadness. I missed my life and friends. I had to be strong. I entered the bathroom and got myself ready. Once I stepped out of the bathroom in a robe, there was a knock on the door. Rivka came in with a beautiful woman. “She’ll be doing your hair and make up” Rivka explained before excusing herself.The woman got to work. After a long hour or two, she was finally done with both the hair and the make up. When I looked in the mirror, I gasped.She would be a popular in my town. Her work was exceptionally beautiful. I thanked her and she left the room.I changed into my dress and I was even more amazed. I looked like an angel. When I got back home, I would definitely get a dress like this. Edel would love it.After I was done, I stepped out of the room. The house was sile
Last night was the first night spent in peace. There was no glaring from any side and he apologized again for Naomi's behavior. I had a lot to say about that child but I bit my tongue. She was special to me and he'll probably get upset if I said anything. It'll probably be the last time I'll see the girl.We both agreed to sleep on the bed as the couch was no good for us. I made a pillow boundary between us as we slept. Although when I woke up, I was on his side of the bed. I must have rolled to his side.He was not in the room when I woke up. I took a shower and wore pants and a tank top before going downstairs. It was hot today. Winry was the only one at the table. "Hello" I said cheerfully."Paisley" she shouted with a mouthful of bread.Rivka came in with a tray of my breakfast and left us."It's almost like we never see each other except at the table""Right. You're never at home""It gets really boring so I like to spend time with my friends""Are you going anywhere today?""
"It's in two days" she said happily."Two days?" It was too soon. But I couldn't say anything to her. I didn't want to complain. What if Silas heard of it. He would hurt Coulter. I couldn't let that happen."Yes. You really don't need to do anything. The women will explain the ritual to you"I nodded. I just needed some space to process my thought."I'll go to my room now" I said to Elowen and she smiled."I'll see you later Winry" "Okay" she said in a low voice. I could feel her eyes on me but she didn't say another word. I hurried out of the living room and up the stairs. The moment I was behind close doors, I called my mother. "Hello" she said after she picked the cal. She sounded tired."Mama""Paisley? Oh goodness. How are you my baby?""I'm okay. How are you mama"She sighed and I could tell something was definitely wrong."Talk to me mama""I can't find your sister. I've searched everywhere and it just seems like..... like she vanished from the earth"I sighed. This was not
I feel breathless by the time he pulls away from the kiss and moves lower. I feel his breath on my neck, then his lips caressing the skin between my neck and ear. I lean further into him, my head still tilted so he can continue to kiss my neck.The feeling was unlike anything I've ever experienced. I wanted it to last forever. A shiver runs through my body when I feel his tongue on my skin. My hand moves to his shoulder, trying to hold myself up. He continues peppering kisses along my neck and while I liked it, I wanted to feel his lips on mine again. My hand finds the back of his neck and pulls his lips to mine. He paused for an instant and looked me. I could see the desire raging in his eyes. It was like a blazing inferno that I wanted to consume me while until nothing was left of me. The need I have for him to kiss me. He seemed to read my mind because he smiled and leaned in to grant my silent wish. My lips part as my breath is taken away. I return his kiss and feel his tongue i
There were no words between us as he tied the cloth around our wrists again. The tension between us was thick and I prayed that the women would call us out. They didn't. Not for a long time and we had to sit together while acting like what happened few minutes ago didn't happen. A few times, I had a feeling he wanted to say something but he never did.Finally, after what felt like ten hours, they opened the door. Brayan and I stepped out with the binds on our wrists and they cheered."You have completed the second ritual successfully" Gwyneth smiled at us. Ramona came over and loosened the bond. She held it up and the others clapped. Elowen came over to me and hugged me."Congratulations" she smiled at me."Congratulations" she turned to Brayan but he walked off without saying a word to her."Brayan" she called after him but he ignored her. He was probably still upset. Either because I stopped things from going any further or because it happened at all. I wasn't sure.Dryden and Nou
I pulled on my pants and fastened the hooks of my small top. The family was gathered downstairs and I was going to join them. Winry said they were having game night. It sounded fun and I wanted to take part. Maybe it’ll take my mind off things for short while. It’s sad my family will never be able to have this ever. There were too many lies and betrayals for me to act like things were as they used to be.I walked slowly down the stairs, making little noise. I heard a loud growl and the sound of something crashing.I paused and listened closely. “You always take part in this” I heard Elowen’s frustrated voice and I guessed who she was talking to. It was Brayan. He was the only one who made her like this.“I don’t want to anymore” Brayan said in a hard voice.“Tell me why. You want to throw away a family tradition because you’re having mood swings?”“It’s not fucking mood swings. I have a lot of things to do” he said in a clipped tone.“Is this because of Paisley?”There was no respon
I was sitting in the guest room with Elowen as Brayan tucked Naomi into bed. Her tears had finally died down and she explained why she came here injured. Elowen washed her up and Brayan tucked her into bed.I could tell he was fuming but he was trying to remain calm and gentle with the little girl but with the story she told, I knew he was fuming.He finally stood up from the bed to leave but she caught his wrist."Don't go. Please""I have to Naomi. I need to get to the bottom of this" he said harshly and I heard her sniffles."I don't want to be alone" she cried."You're not alone sweetheart. Paisley and I will be here with you while Brayan takes care of everything" she looked at me and back to Elowen before nodding.With one last kiss on her forehead, he left the room. Naomi pulled the covers tightly around herself. The room was silent as we waited for her to fall asleep. Elowen checked her breathing."She's asleep" she whispered and nodded towards the door. I stood up silently and