LOGINVioletKaelis stood on the small platform in the center of the room, nervously biting her nails as at least six hands worked around her.Her dress was even more breathtaking than the first time she had tried it on.The soft blush-pink skirt was puffy and spread out around her in layers, with sparkly details that flashed when she moved. The top fit her nicely, as did the lace over her shoulders and arms, and the tiny crystals that were sewn in completed it.She truly looked like a princess, maybe even like the Moon Goddess we worshipped.And yet, she looked absolutely terrified.I watched from a small distance, standing beside Trinity, Lian, and Sora.Kiora stayed glued to her sister’s side, resting her hand on Kaelis’ arm for support.“He’s just trying to ruin my night, isn’t he?” Kaelis stressed, chewing on her nail. “I know he absolutely hates our guts, but he has taken it too far this time.”I knew who she was talking about.Kayden.The news that had spread like wildfire had also r
VioletSome time had passed since everything went down.Since we had seen Kayden walk again with our own eyes, since he had threatened to burn everything down if he didn’t get Thorne back, and since we had finally gotten dressed.And somehow…nothing had happened yet.There was no dramatic confrontation or any sign of Kayden, which meant so far so good. Kylan had called for an emergency meeting in the library not long after so we could figure out what to do about our unforeseen issues.As we waited in the library, my eyes glanced at Thorne’s cage on the table. It was completely covered by a thick, dark cloth. After Kylan fed him, Thorne had stayed quiet for a while, but we weren’t stupid. We knew he could be listening.“Why are they taking so long?” Kylan complained impatiently.Right at that moment, the door opened and Dylan and Nate walked in together, both of them carrying uneasy expressions.“Please,” Nate said immediately, his blue eyes darting around the room before landing on Ky
VioletMy mouth was wide open as the queen spoke. I watched nervously as Kayden’s face shifted and waited for him to say the wrong thing.Instead, he grinned.It was a slow, smug grin, and it showed he was enjoying every second of this.“Excuse me?” Lady Mona said sharply, taking a step forward.“Yes?” The queen frowned.Lady Mona straightened. “Surely Kayden walking again is far more important than whatever howl the princess has planned for today.”The king’s hand wrapped around her arm. “That’s enough,” he said firmly. The room went quiet at his commanding tone.Lady Mona stared at him, shocked.“I will make sure Kayden will have his moment,” the king continued, reassuring his favorite mistress. “And no one would want to miss that. Trust me,” he said. “But for now, it is very important that he heals. He’ll need it.”Kayden let out a small chortle. “You know the king knows best, Mom.”“He does sometimes,” the queen hummed softly. “Then about the doctor,” she smiled. “I’ll have someon
VioletA shiver ran down my spine.It wasn’t just what Kayden said. It was his voice. He was really standing in front of us, but it didn’t sound like him at all.We all knew he was unstable, but there was just this coldness to his voice that he hadn’t even had when he had killed Chrystal.Could it be…Kian?I felt like throwing up and tried to pull away for some space, but Kylan wouldn’t let me. He tightened his arm around me and held me there.“Oh, I want to see you do it,” Kylan said calmly to Kayden. “Do it.”Kayden scoffed loudly, and the two put some distance between them, though it was not much. Kylan pulled me back by my arm and pushed me behind him in a smooth motion. His body blocked mine completely, and I stepped a bit to the side, terrified but curious.I knew Kayden wasn’t lying. When he said he would do something, he meant it. Even though we had a plan, I was afraid he would leave us no choice but to give the raven back.Kylan faced the king and Lady Mona with a sarcastic
VioletWe were still in our sleeping clothes when we rushed through the halls and didn’t even bother changing. It felt much quieter than usual and even though I was sure it had something to do with the howl, that one thing kept going through my mind.He walks…Just that sentence left us so shocked that the only sound was our breathing.Kylan was nearly running, and I struggled to keep up with him, my heart pounding harder with every step.What was he going to do?We thought we had everything planned out for tonight, but this news changed everything. We did expect him to wake up, but no one had expected this.“Kylan!” I called as he quickened his pace. No matter what, he couldn’t slow down and there was no telling what he would do. It was almost like a beast looking for its prey, and who knew?Maybe now that Kayden could allegedly walk again, he would make it a fair fight and finish what they started a few days ago.“Kylan, what are you doing?” I asked, worried.“What do you think I’m
VioletThe first touch was soft. A small peck as his lips parted from mine and returned. The second was much firmer.My lips parted as he deepened the kiss, his tongue sliding in and leaving me weak in his arms. A low hum escaped him, vibrating through my throat as he moved closer, until all I could taste was him. Nothing else.One hand slipped from my cheek and settled beneath my breast, covering it fully.A moan fell from my lips as he squeezed, his thumb finding my nipple and slowly circling it through our slick skin.Kylan broke the kiss, and a quiet gasp slipped from me as I was suddenly spun, a strong arm locking around my waist. My stomach met the cold wall, the tiles sending a chill to my breasts.My nipples tightened at the presence behind me, an erection pressing into my ass. His mouth found the side of my neck, building anticipation.He wasn’t doing anything, just breathing hot against my skin, and it drove me insane.“Don’t stop. What are you doing?” I sighed, pushing back







