Archer–POVI angrily confronted the traitor in a tense moment, my fist connecting with his face forcefully enough to break his nose. My hands morphed into claws, but Leo intervened before I could do further harm. Ethan lay unconscious, a victim of James' magic. "Don't kill him, Archer. We need him alive for interrogation," Leo cautioned. I turned my furious gaze on Keenan, my desire for vengeance burning fiercely. "I want him dead. He's allied with those who harmed Lavina," I seethed, my anger spiraling out of control. My transformation partially unleashed, pushing Leo away as my magic began to suffocate Keenan. In a moment of unbridled fury, my claws aimed for his heart, leaving him lifeless in a pool of blood, my power then retracting back under control.Suddenly, another burst of magic challenged us, but I managed to deflect it with my shadow magic. It was Ethan, accompanied by a mysterious woman in a cape who cast a potent sleeping spell. Although my wolf's spirit and powers resis

Lavina – POVMy unexpected mate bond with Archer has left me utterly stunned. The idea that a Dragon and a Wolf could be mates was beyond my wildest dreams. Seeing Archer's distressed expression as he hurried out of the room, surrounded by a dangerous aura, filled me with concern. "Archer, where are you going?" I called out, my voice laced with worry. He paused at the door, turning to meet my eyes with a serious look."Lavina, there's something urgent I need to handle. We'll discuss this later," Archer explained before leaving. Alice immediately came to my side, offering her support as I felt my strength wane."What's happening?" I inquired, seeking answers from Alice."You need to rest now," she gently insisted, guiding me back to bed. James and Leo watched over me with concerned eyes."But I need to understand what's going on," I pressed, attempting to sound firm despite the weakness in my voice. Alice met my gaze, hesitating before she spoke."You were caught in a Nightmare spell.

Lavina–POVArcher was immersed in the search for Eden, with Leo assisting the search team. James and Alice remained close by, comforting me as my dragon, Ryu, grew weaker by the day. Dr. Yasmin did her utmost to ensure Ryu's recovery, so I might regain my strength and stand ready against any threat. It seemed as if my ability to withstand magic was fading."Have some tea," Alice offered, settling beside me and gazing into the distance."What's on your mind?" I inquired."The mystery surrounding you... I can't help but wonder who could be behind this," Alice murmured."You never stop thinking," I commented, sipping the warm tea. "You should rest.""Why aren't you curious?" Alice raised an eyebrow, attempting to decipher my thoughts."I'm exhausted," I confessed. Alice's understanding gaze acknowledged the turmoil of uncovering one secret after another. Ella and Darcus had raised several questions about my marriage to Keenan, dredging up memories I preferred to leave unvisited. "I need

Lavina–POV“What are you doing with them, Leo?” My eyes couldn’t process that Leo was also involved with KCA.“Lavina, you don’t need to ask me such a silly question. Just believe it,” Leo remarked. James attacked, but Leo thwarted him, directing James to stay still or he would kill his little girl, Zendaya.“Stay where you are, James, or I will kill your little princess,” Leo warned.“Why are you doing this, Leo?” I asked. “You have your unborn child, and yet you're willing to take the life of a young girl.” Leo sighed at me, his expression one of indifference, his eyes dilated as if under a spell.“Fool,” Eden smiled. “You're not pregnant with Leo’s child.” My eyes snapped to Eden. “I asked Doctor Yasmin to fool you; it’s Archer’s child. I wish I could kill you, but Jacob wants you alive.” Leo didn't react at all.“Have you cast a spell on Leo?” I asked. Eden glared at me, then walked over, yanking me by my hair. I didn’t fight back and followed her for the safety of others, with th

Lavina–POVTwo weeks later, I've been diligently monitoring my health, eager to aid in Archer's recovery. Yet, the doctor forbade any use of magic on him. "I need to see Archer," I insisted, frustration mounting as the doctor barred my approach."Why won't you let me see him?" I demanded, rising from the bed. My agitation mirrored that of my dragon, both of us yearning to be near Archer, yet thwarted by the doctor's steadfast interference."Please, Ms. Lavina, understand. We cannot allow you near Archer. Approaching him would nullify your powers, and the child we've managed to safeguard could be jeopardized," the doctor finally explained, offering a reason that stilled my protests. Rather than arguing further, I turned away, tears brimming as I grappled with my desperation to see Archer. His flirtatious smiles, the warmth of his confessions in his apartment, where he admitted his care for me, all flooded back. I'd sensed a change in Archer, a shift from playful affection to something