Semua Bab Red Moon Girl: Bride of the Lycan King: Bab 81 - Bab 90

DARANI was at the museum checking out some new art pieces that had just arrived from abroad. Besides working as a curator, I’m also an appraiser. I need to verify the authenticity and price of these historical items before they're handed over to collectors. I packed up my stuff, grabbed my car keys, and was about to leave the museum when one of the staff approached me. “Excuse me, Mr. Carver.” I stopped and turned to face her. She was a beautiful and very attractive woman. She’s been the one helping me with all my affairs at the museum. “Um... so, I just got word that some of the items you were looking for have been found. We should go to the client’s place to check them out. So, how about we discuss the schedule... over dinner?” She was always so polite yet cheerful. She never let me down when it came to work. But, I couldn’t treat her the same way. I’m still me. “Maybe another time,” I answered coldly. I turned and was ready to leave. She quickened her pace and blocke

JONEA“So, why did you suddenly offer to pick me up? As far as I remember, you hate meeting strangers outside your comfort zone, especially dealing with the werewolves out here.”“I was just passing by and… it seemed like you’ve been avoiding me since yesterday.” Daran spoke without turning to look at me, focusing on driving.He sounded casual, but I felt awkward. “I thought we talked about this and decided to go back to how we were before. Talking and acting normal…”Now I was the one feeling embarrassed and unsure what to say. “I’ve just been feeling a bit confused. Personal stuff,” I quickly added, “It’s got nothing to do with you.”“What are you confused about?” Daran probed.I waved my hand. “Oh, it’s nothing major, and I’ve sorted it out. You don’t need to worry about it. But anyway, where are you taking me this time? You think we’re going home?”---EVANGELISTAThe whole ride back to the hotel, we didn’t speak or even look at each other. I just kept pretending to be interested

JONEA"Watch your step!" Hunter said. "If you keep spacing out while walking, you might hurt yourself."As he spoke, he let go of my hoodie. We stood there awkwardly for a moment, facing each other."Oh, sorry. I didn't mean to grab you. I know you usually hate being touched."I just stared at him without saying a word and walked away. I headed to the storage locker to grab my art supplies. But, to my annoyance, Hunter kept following me."We still have some group work left, right? Two more assignments, and we have to visit two different places for our essay. When can you do it?" Hunter leaned against my locker, flashing that annoying grin of his.Without looking at him, I kept packing up my art supplies and shoving them into my bag. I answered nonchalantly, "Whenever."Honestly, I was already thinking of asking Daran to take my place. I just wanted Hunter to leave me alone.But he didn’t give up, "You going somewhere? We could hang out after we finish the assignment.""I'd rather not

JONEA"Why are you laughing?" I asked, startled and a bit in awe. It was the first time I saw Daran laugh, and honestly, it made him look twice as handsome.Daran stopped laughing but still had that smile on his face. "Watching you is fascinating!" he said casually. "One second you're happy, the next you're annoyed. One moment you're laughing, then you're frowning.""What are you trying to say... that I can't control my emotions? Are you saying I'm like some moody little kid? That’s not funny!""That's not what I meant," he answered calmly. "I like you, Jonea," Daran said after a brief pause. "I've lived for a long time. When you've been alive for so long, everything starts to feel like seasons passing by. Everything feels pointless. But you… you're always so genuine with yourself. I admire your honesty and everything about you! I like all of it!""I like you too," I blurted out without thinking about the implications. "I think I’m falling for you, Daran. I don’t know how to describ

DARANI drove slowly through the cold night in Blue Sapphire. The streetlights cast a dim glow across the sidewalk, making the city feel like it was hiding secrets in the shadows. An uneasy feeling settled over me, a restlessness without any clear reason, though deep down, I knew what was really bothering me.Suddenly, the car radio crackled to life with static, and then the news announcer’s voice filled the cabin.“Breaking news from downtown Blue Sapphire: another mysterious murder victim has been found tonight. The victim, a young woman estimated to be around 20 years old, showed no signs of sharp or blunt weapons. Instead, her wounds indicate the bites of a wild animal, though the exact species remains unidentified.”I gritted my teeth, holding my breath as the report continued.“Forensics experts note that the bite marks on the victim’s body don’t match those of a werewolf or a dragon. The preliminary theory is that the attack may have been carried out by a lycan. Although their