Mag-log inWhen they reached Redridge, it was already midday. The sun beat down on the rocky terrain, making the air shimmer with heat. Liliana knew her parents were probably already sending out search parties to find her. She would face that storm later. Right now, she needed to finalize her plan for the rescue during the facility attack.
Giorge was already there when they arrived, standing with the group of newly soothed berserkers who were able to fight. He nodded respectfully as soon as he saw hThe afternoon sun filtered softly through the heavy curtains of Liliana’s room. She sat cross-legged on the thick carpet, back against the side of her large bed, a small black burner phone hidden in her tiny hands. Elaine stood nearby, folding clothes with quiet focus, but her eyes kept flicking toward the door.Liliana’s heart beat steady as she waited. The phone finally buzzed.She answered quickly. Orina’s voice came through, low and calm. “It is done, Master. I met Lea Clawlinger at the cafe. I said exactly what you told me and left before she could ask questions. She looked shocked… but interested.”A small, satisfied smile curved Liliana’s lips. “Good. Come back to the mansion right away. Another important mission waits for you tonight.”“Understood.” Orina ended the call.Liliana lowered the phone and leaned her head against the bed frame. In her mind, she could already see Lea’s sharp eyes narrowing, her fingers flying over her own phone. By now, the
After the commotion in the dining hall died down, the entire Redborne mansion became quiet and watchful. News of what happened spread fast among the servants. They now understood Liliana’s duality, she looked like a sweet little girl, but she could be cold and dangerous when crossed. The servants were smart enough to know when someone held real power. It was safer to earn the young miss’s favor than to stand against her. From then on, they moved more carefully around her, heads slightly lower, voices softer.Liliana stayed in the master bedroom with her father. She sat beside him on the large bed and gently stroked his arm with her small hand. She used her hidden ability once more, soft and quiet, letting calm flow into him. Matthias sighed deeply. His tired eyes grew heavy. Soon his breathing slowed and he fell into a deep sleep.When she was sure he would not wake up, Liliana slipped off the bed. She covered him with a blanket and left the room without
The dining hall went completely still the moment Matthias' voice filled the room. Everyone froze. The servants sat stiff in their chairs. Liliana was still crying loudly in his arms, her small body shaking. Matthias walked forward with heavy steps. “What happened here?” His voice was low and dangerous. “Why is my daughter crying? Why are servants sitting at the main table? And why is that maid on the floor?”Liliana lifted her head from his arms and looked at her father with big, wet eyes. Matthias held her closer against his chest, brushing the back of her head gently.“Daddy…” Liliana whispered, burying her face in his neck. Her voice was small and broken. “I was so lonely. You did not come home last night. The table is too big and I was eating all alone. It felt so empty. I asked Elaine and Orina and the others to sit with me so I would not feel sad. Please do not be angry…”Matthias felt a sharp pang in his chest. He hugged her tighter. “Liliana, I am sorry. I d
The next day, Liliana was sitting on the massive, long dining table alone. Her father Matthias didn't come home. But she was certain, he was busy with the company.For a fact, at that.Liliana got word from Richard, that he already executed the order she gave him. Pulling out from Redborne's company fully.It was the same threat he used last time, to make her father owe a favor to Paloma, by giving herself to Richard. That already happened, as of the timeline.With Paloma out of the picture, temporarily, Richard wouldn't be controlled yet. Unless he's that dumb to throw away his own wealth and power over the Blacklores. He was already their pawn... Liliana just structured it like Richard still had a choice in everything.Well he did.The exact order Liliana gave Richard before they left was, to pull out from Redborne tower cleanly. All his investments, sell his shares, and sever his tie from her father's company at all cause.Because if he doesn't, Lilian
Back in the Redborne mansion that night, Liliana moved with quiet purpose. Elaine had become her silent accomplice inside the walls. It made it easier for her to slip around while the nanny covered for her absence with simple excuses.She first went down to the prison dungeon to meet Borren. Their meeting has long been overdue on what happened and how busy she became. The air was damp and heavy as she approached his cell. The faint smell of old stone and sweat clung to everything. Especially the scent growing more heavy when she finally stopped at Borren's cell.He was already waiting. Leaning against the bars with a dark smile. Like it was saving him from the boredom he's been through.“You only showed up now? I thought the little master forgot about her new toy.”Liliana smiled faintly. “Things happened. It’s impossible for you not to know anything happening above the dungeon. I know you have your ways.”She knew fully well, how well informed Borren w
Still in Blacklore territory.After Paloma finished her shower, she was called for dinner. Ferdinand was already seated at the head of the table as the Blacklore's Head Alpha. He raised his head from his food when she entered, his expression tight with frustration.“Paloma, you need to find a way to get inside the Tower and into Matthias’ office no matter what,” Ferdinand said, voice edged with anger. “Zacharias has already executed his plan and will keep Shaina busy. This is your chance.”“I will, Uncle. I won’t fail you this time. But… have you investigated what happened?” Paloma asked as she sat in her spot, trying to keep her voice steady.Ferdinand paused and grunted furiously, pointing the steak knife toward her. Ruben and Karla stayed silent, Ferdinand held authority over the pack.“You useless bitch. Why would you send such brainless spies into the Redborne mansion? Look at what happened. They did something irreversible. Knowing our little pledge of alleg







