MasukI wake up feeling a little restless because of last night’s conversation, but I try to find something to do at the castle. I’m starting to get a little bored now that Axel isn’t here and I don’t have anything to do.
They tell me I can do whatever I want, but they mean just lazing around. I can watch TV, whatever I want. I can go for a walk and watch everything bloom in the garden, or I can just sit and breathe, or lie down and sleep.
I no longer have
I couldn't fall asleep or rest after that nightmare. The morning isn't so pleasant today; I feel tired and it's cold.I'm staying inside the castle, in a small library room with bookshelves. I didn't receive an education over the years, but I tried to learn on my own, in secret. It was difficult, but I can read. Not as well as I should, but I manage to entertain myself with something other than television.The exhaustion makes me feel a little sick, and the maids are acting strangely, even Mila. Maybe they sense my discomfort, but I’d rather spend the day in a small, cozy place to stay warm and avoid getting any more tired.At dinnertime, I head to the dining room. I liked the place after the gala dinner. But the atmosphere in the castle seems to have changed.It doesn’t feel safe anymore. I feel as if something is watching me. As if I have to keep an eye on every dark corner, because I m
I wake up feeling a little restless because of last night’s conversation, but I try to find something to do at the castle. I’m starting to get a little bored now that Axel isn’t here and I don’t have anything to do.They tell me I can do whatever I want, but they mean just lazing around. I can watch TV, whatever I want. I can go for a walk and watch everything bloom in the garden, or I can just sit and breathe, or lie down and sleep.I no longer have to clean, cook, or do anything specific. I like the garden, but I need to keep my mind occupied, so I decided to find something on TV. In fact, I can choose anything. Find a movie or series and just watch it.I do that and remember the names of the shows Diana used to watch, things that seemed entertaining to me and that I’d catch bits and pieces of while doing chores around Diana.It’s strange.Life isn’t the same anymore, and even
After dinner, we still went to the guest hall and continued the evening, but not for very long, because I’m tired.I’m a little concerned about the waste of food and drinks, but Axel assures me that whatever is left untouched will be gone by tomorrow, because the rule is that leftovers aren’t wasted, and the castle servants can take whatever they want and even bring some home to their families.A king who thinks of everyone and doesn’t waste anything.I always thought that high society, especially royalty, would be so inconsiderate and waste so much of what they don’t consume.Axel seems relaxed as he takes me by the hand toward the bedroom, but I can sense that he’s tense. It’s like… an instinct.— What’s wrong? — I ask worriedly, because I don’t want any more surprises after such a crazy night.&nbs
As soon as the servant leaves to fetch the clothes, another one comes running in. He’s so pale and frightened that we don’t have a chance to react.— Your Majesty, an envoy from the council! — That’s all he can say before the man enters.Dressed in a black tunic embroidered with gold thread and a strange, elongated hat, he stops a few steps inside the dining hall and looks at all of us. His gaze settles on Axel, who is completely naked in the middle of the dining hall.— So this is what the king does when he leaves the capital and abandons his responsibilities as sovereign of the empire. What will the people think when they learn that the King holds orgies in his summer castle?— What will the people think when they learn that the council instructs sycophants to slander the King and seek to overthrow him without good reason? — I reply calmly.&nb
The first course was wonderful. The chef really went all out, and even though we were all worried that my stomach might rebel against solid food, I think I’ll be fine.The presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were subtle yet delicious. Nothing was too spicy or heavy. The edible gold leaf was a curious touch that really caught my attention, and it was well worth it. The best part was the aroma. Unparalleled. I’ve never had the chance to experience such a wonderful aroma when it comes to food.I’m very happy, and I think it shows. The others are in high spirits, even the two betas, Isaac and Thomas, who had been quiet before, are now chatting animatedly and sharing stories about their pack and the King.Miriam and Evelyn join their husbands in the conversation, while Uncle Aaron and his wife Tanya encourage them with suggestions for funny stories. A senior Beta with a playful sense of humor and his
He leads me to the table, pulling out one of the chairs at the head of the table, the chair to his right. I look at him again, this time more frightened than confused.— Do you know what happens to women who dare to sit next to an Alpha without being his mate? — I ask, frightened.I feel everyone’s eyes on us. I know they’re also waiting for Axel’s answer.— An Alpha without a mate doesn’t have to explain himself to anyone. As long as he’s single, he can bring whoever he wants to sit beside him. — He pauses to look at me and make sure I understand.— When his mate finally comes into his life, the only reason to punish the woman who previously sat next to the Alpha is if that Alpha doesn’t give his place to the Luna he’s taken as his mate and keeps a mistress, but I’m not just an Alpha, and you’ll never be a mistress.







