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Penulis: Syra Tucker
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-03-13 07:43:49

LYRIC

Seriously, I can't deal with this right now.

I turned around to leave, but as expected, he was faster and rushed to stand in my way.

"Please, I can't do this. I'm not doing this with you," I said with irritation while avoiding his gaze.

"Really?" He scoffed. "Don't you think that's a little harsh for someone you're still bonded to?"

I gave him a fierce, cutting stare. "I am not bonded to you! Every connection we had ended the moment you rejected me as your mate, Roderick."

"Is that so? I doubt the ribbon at the temple would agree, though."

He stepped back, as if to properly admire me. "Well, you look stunning, Lyric. I promise, if I had seen this part of you five years ago, I'd have treated you better."

I crossed my arms, hating that he had the privilege to even look at me right now.

"My father has been trying to reach you. You've been ignoring both of us, Roderick, and you know it's important."

"Yeah, I know. And I'm so sorry. But don't worry, Lyric, I'm read
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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   25

    LYRICWhen he turned to leave, I took off in a pursuit. "Fine! Let's talk."But he didn't break his stride or spare me a glance.Damnit. All he made were threats and I was already losing my mind."Okay, I'm sorry. Alright? I was just pissed over what happened with the guy from the club. And—And the fact that I couldn't terminate the contract. I felt tricked. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have reacted the way I did."But he still didn't look at me. Damn him, he was as hard as rock.Reaching the entrance of the hall, he went in without sparing as little as a glance at me. And in that moment, I knew I was fucked........I couldn't enjoy a thing from the rest of the funeral. All I wanted was for it to come to an end so I could run to my hotel.&

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   26

    LYRIC No. Not that. He could take anything from me. Not that necklace. The scanned image was the first valuable thing I had. This was the second. I couldn't afford to be away from it for one second. I tried to take it back from him, but he pulled his hand away. "Please, give it back." I couldn't control how shaky my voice was. He stared at it, like he held some sort of admiration for it. He rolled his thumb along the locket, and in that moment, I yearned for oblivion."I think this will do," he nodded. "Goodnight, Lyric."He turned away. No. You've got to be kidding me. "Please, you have it to give it back. You can't take it from me." I ran after him. I felt cold tears on my cheeks. Oh, damn it. He kept walking until he reached the parking lot. Kael and Nerion were already there, the backseat hanging open. Jaris got in, completely ignoring my pleas. Where the hell was he going?The door was shut and Kael and Nerion got into the front door. "Hand it back!

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   27

    JARISI didn't expect her to be so stubborn over a mere necklace.Unfortunately for me, my suite had been facing the very spot where she was seated. So, I could see how long she spent, being stubborn and refusing to leave without it.I'd been curious enough to open the locket and to my surprise, it turned out to be ashes.It was old tradition to burn corpses and preserve their ashes. Nobody did this anymore. So, why would she do it? And who did she do it for?It made me understand why it was so important to her. And for a reason I couldn't explain, I was forced to go out and hand it back.She was so furious. Never seen that much anger in her eyes before.And as she walked out the gate, I continued watching her.It happened

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   28

    LYRICI kept counting the hours until morning.As soon as it was the break of dawn, I planned on leaving immediately.But when morning came, I was surprised by a breakfast buffet, a new dress, and a nurse checking on me.I didn't want to believe that Jaris had thought of these himself.I freshened up, changed into the fresh dress—a cute black knee-length gown, by the way—and ate to my fill.The nurse removed the bigger bandage around my head, having it replaced with a small patch. She also told me I was fine and could move about. Not like I had any intention of staying over.When I finished and went to the other room, I found Jaris already dressed, talking with Kael and Jaris.Right. He had the general Alphas' meeting to attend. Even my father was attending.I waited for him to finish with his men before I greeted him and told him I was leaving."We're leaving together," he cocked his head at the door.Kael and Nerion must have had to do something else because they didn't foll

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   29

    LYRICThe following day, Father and I returned home to the Pack, as did every Alpha.I was exhausted and simply wanted a shower and a bath, but my sister had a way of getting in the way of my wants."How was your stay in Blystara?" She asked as I walked toward the door of my room. "Ooh. Looks like you ran into a bit of trouble," she pointed at the patched part of my head.It actually didn't hurt anymore. In a couple of days, the mark would be completely gone."I'm fine, Nora. Just go, please."She couldn't accompany us to the funeral as she had something very important to take care of. She had been somewhat depressed since Roderick started treating her like trash. But it really wasn't my fault."I hope the driver was really hard," she suddenly said when I was about to open my door.

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   30

    JARISI didn't like the sound of that."I don't need to beg you for information, Nerion. What did you find?" There was slight irritation in my voice."Actually," he took the seat across from me. "she has previously been mated to Alpha Roderick."What?"They got mated when she was eighteen, but as soon as Roderick got what he wanted—which was going up the ranks—he dumped her."Woah. That didn't sound good. I bet Mother mustn't have been aware of this. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been so quick to push her to me.But if things were over between them, why was Roderick all over her at the party?"When did they break up?" I asked."Five years ago."I shot a surprised stare at Nerion. That long? Goes a long way to explain why the news wasn't common."Are there any photos from when she and Roderick were together?""Sadly, no. It was quite surprising when I couldn't even find any old pictures of her. Turned out Lyric wasn't fully involved with her family before now. I don't know wh

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-18

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   31

    LYRICA while later, I left to grab my belongings. Coincidentally, Jace had come around to deliver something to father.Father was thrilled when I told him of my plan to move to Darkspire. It served as a kind of assurance that the contract was going through, and he'd have nothing to worry about.As for Jace, he insisted on accompanying me to Darkspire. In his words, he wanted to help me move in.I told him about Jaris' new rules, but he didn't seem to care. Seeing that he was stubborn, I decided to call Jaris."Please, believe me when I say Jace is merely a friend. He means no harm and only wants to help." I tried to sound as convincing as I could.By some miracle, he approved of it. Hm. Jaris Dreadmoor was showing a different side of him today, and I think I prefer this side.Jace helped me gather my things whi

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   32

    LYRICI stepped out of the bar for a few minutes, but Jace was already in trouble.Broken tables. Smashed glasses. Chairs flipped upside down.The place was in chaos as people struggled to separate the two men engaging in a serious brawl.Jace and Kael.By the moon, not again!"Jace! Jace!" I shouted, pushing my way through the mess."Having a friendly conversation!" he yelled back, just before dodging a punch.I grabbed his arm, trying to pull him away, but he shook me off like a damn wet leaf. They kept going at each other, tossing chairs, knocking over drinks—basically turning the bar into a battleground.How in Selene's name did this happen?It took Nerion's intervention to bring an end to the madness.I stood in front of Jace, panting and glaring at both him and Kael. How could they do this in front of so many people?"I need an apology from him. This instant! Before he steps a foot out of this place!" Kael demanded angrily.Boy, was he pissed.Jace wiped blood from his

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  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   115

    LYRICRealization dawned on me at once. My jaw dropped open.Oh! Now it made sense. She was Jaris' sister! The mad one! Or the one that used to be mad. Or maybe she still was. I didn't even know.It was easy getting to hear about her from the twins' nannies. They all had a lot to say as apparently, they'd been around when she went crazy and killed four people five years ago."HI, Maddy." I tried to wear a smile."I didn't ask you to play nice." She rolled her eyes like this was some game she was tired of playing. Hell, I was in one of my worst moods and didn't even want to talk to anyone."Why are you with my brother? That was what I asked."Okay. So, she was really serious about this?II took a deep breath, pushing some strands of hair behind my ear."As much as I'd love to have a conversation with you—" Lies. "—I really have to go now."I continued my descent down the stairs, going past her. But she wasn't letting me go easily."You don't know who he is," she said with disapp

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   114

    LYRICI didn't stop running until I was outside by the parking lot. I was about running to my car when I remembered I'd arranged for someone to drive it home since I thought I'd be going home with Jaris from our dinner.I had to go to the road, then. I could board a cab or something.I was a crying mess. Even my vision was blurred with tears. I hoped I wouldn't bump into someone.Just as I turned around, I did bump into someone."Lyric." Jaris held me.Everything came on me at once. Shame. Guilt. He must think I was incompetent. Even if he'd been supportive of me in there, a part of him must be angry at me. A part of him must doubt me at least."Let me go," I whimpered, struggling against his hold. I didn't want to be with anyone right now.His grip on me was relentless. "Hey, calm down.""Please. Please." I kept crying.I'd never felt so broken in my life. People were dead, and everyone thought I was responsible."I didn't do it," I finally stopped struggling and just whimpered

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   113

    LYRICMy hands were shaking as I ran into TCH.If Jaris wasn't with me and I had to be the one to drive here, there was no doubt I'd have gotten into an accident somehow.I was so damn nervous, Guinevere's words tormenting me.'They're dead! All the patients are dead.'What did she mean by that?While I was all shaky and panicking, Jaris was the opposite. He remained calm and collected, clearly trying to tell me to do the same. But I could see the concern in his face. He was worried for me.As we waited in the elevator, he took my hand, squeezing it tight."It's going to be fine. Calm down." His voice was honeyed.Goodness, I had no idea how badly I needed to hear those words until now. But was that even true?The elevator doors opened and we rushed out to the floor where Guinevere and a team of other doctors stood. There were nurses and a lot of people everywhere, most of them crying. And to my horror, two covered bodies were being rolled out of a ward.My heart sank into the

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   112

    LYRIC Dinner was beyond fine with Jaris. It wasn't the first time a guy had asked me to dinner, but it was the first time I was ever having dinner with someone. Well, other than Jace.Jaris and I discussed light topics while we ate. I was surprised he actually knew how to hold a conversation......... JARIS"Tell me more about yourself, Lyric," I suddenly said as I used my knife and fork on my steak. "Like, what were you doing before you returned to Nyxvale?"If someone had told me months ago that Lyric and I would be having dinner in a fancy restaurant someday, I never would've believed it.But here I was, hopelessly enjoying her laughter and every single thing she said.I didn't even know what I was thinking when I asked her to this dinner last night. But well here we were. And if I had to, I wouldn't mind asking her all over again.I guess I had Nerion to thank for this. All I had to do to get her home was swallow my pride and apologize. It wasn't so difficult. "Uh..."

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   111

    LYRICI wished this guy didn't have this effect on me. Why do I seem to lose my composure when he was near me? I'd feel hot and cold all of a sudden and start imagining him in my dreams.It was a sad way to live, truly. Especially when I knew he could never be mine."Hi," I lowered my eyes to the floor, my hand holding the door open.Well, staring at Jaris in the eyes was an extreme sport."You're back."I simply nodded. It wasn't even a question."I hope your room was the exact way you left it?" He sounded so calm, so different from the arrogant Jaris I experience most of the time. He reminded me of the Jaris I'd experienced in the vacation home."Y—Yeah. Thanks."There was a short silence. "What do you say about having dinner with me tomorrow?"My eyes widened like saucers as I dragged them up to meet his.Wait, what?!My lips parted in shock, my tongue unable to form any words. Was Jaris Dreadmoor asking me to dinner? That was impossible."What do you say, Lyric?" I didn't mi

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   110

    LYRICHe must sense my fear because he smirked. "Calm down, will you? I just want to talk."He leaned against the wall, crossing his arms like this was a normal conversation."Remember those times you were upset that I hadn't taken you to bed?"I gulped hard at his question. Why was he bringing it up?Instead of letting him rule the conversation with my fear, I forced myself to play strong."Yeah. You mean all those times you'd bring different women home and make me listen to their moans? Sure, I remember."He chuckled. Like this was funny to him?!"I just wanted to say I'm sorry, Lyric."I scoffed. "Sorry for what? For not wanting to have sex with me because I was too ugly to be looked at?""Well, you can't blame me, can you? Your face was nothing

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   109

    LYRICYeah. And that 'disvirginer ' was you, Mr. Arrogant. I wish I could tell him. I rolled my eyes instead.His eyes seemed to dance with delight now, like he was having fun or something."You haven't told me if my apology has been accepted or not."I bit my bottom lip as I dragged my gaze to the floor. Geez! So much for trying to be tough, Lyric."Do you need some privacy to keep chewing those lips?"My gaze snapped up to meet his, and a red hue crept up my cheeks in an instant.What was wrong with me?"I—" I cleared my throat. "I'm only going to accept your apology on one condition."His smile was gone in an instant. Ooh. Jaris Dreadmoor clearly didn't like conditions.But he didn't try to stop me anyway. So, I went on. "I need you to promise me that you'll never call me a slut again, because I am not one."He chuckled.My heart stopped beating for a second.I couldn't help how cute he was each time he did that."In my defense, I never called you a slut," he said.Oh, serio

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   108

    I sighed as I stepped away from him to get an ointment. "I didn't take your calls because I didn't want to talk to you."It was a good thing I wasn't looking at his face when I said that. I didn't want to see his reaction.I got what I wanted and returned to him. I was almost done. Just a few more applications...The door opened and Evans strolled in, holding an extra saline in one hand and a clipboard in the other. His ever-present grin was plastered across his face."Greetings, Alpha Jaris," he said with a slight bow, then turned to me. "How's it going? I was told you might need this." He showed the saline he'd come in with."Actually, no. I'm almost done." I returned my gaze to Jaris' chest."I can see. Doctor Lyric working her magis as usual."I laughed. "Evans, it's just standard procedure. No magic involved."Evans was one of the nice ones. Over the month, you could say we've become friends."By the way, when you're done here, could you check on Mrs. Lockwood for me? She's convi

  • The Rise Of The Ugly Luna   107

    LYRICAlpha Jaris.My chest constricted when I heard the name.I didn't exactly know what to feel. But I knew I was damn worried about the fact that he was here."What happened to him?" I asked the doctor as we hurried toward the elevator."He was stabbed. With a poisoned blade."I furrowed my brows. Who on earth stabbed him?We got into the elevator and waited for it to take us up."W—Wasn't there a doctor around to treat him?" I wasn't asking because I didn't particularly want to be with him. I just thought there were plenty of doctors around that could've attended to him instead of waiting for me. He was likely in pain."We tried to," Evans shrugged. "He insisted on having you there."My heart raced in surprise. What the hell?I looked at the doctor but didn't even know what to say to him. He wasn't the one I should be staring at like that. It was Jaris. Why would he specifically ask for me?All heads turned to me the moment I opened the door. The doctor wasn't lying. There

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