Drake’s POVAs I stood there, surrounded by Dante's and Elijah's men, a sense of dread washed over me. The weight of the situation pressed down on my shoulders, but I knew deep down that surrender was not an option. I couldn't bear the thought of looking my brother in the eyes, let alone submitting to him. And as for Elijah, his betrayal cut deep, especially knowing that Vanessa, someone he held dear, is still with me.In that pivotal moment, I realized that escape was my only chance. The odds were stacked against me, outnumbered and outmatched, but I couldn't let fear dictate my actions. I had to stay true to my plan, regardless of the risks. Every fiber of my being screamed for me to fight, to find a way out of this predicament.My thoughts raced, a whirlwind of determination and desperation. I knew that my survival depended on my ability to outsmart and outmaneuver my adversaries. With a calculated mind, I scanned the surroundings, searching for any possible advantage, any opening

Evelyn’s POVAs I sat in the quiet solitude of my room, memories of the painful incident lingered in the depths of my mind. The weight of loss pressed upon my heart, and I thought I had known pain before, but this... this was something entirely different. It was a raw ache that seemed to seep into every fiber of my being.Lost in my thoughts, the silence was shattered by a sudden, jarring noise echoing from the stairs. Startled, I felt a surge of curiosity and concern. What could be causing such a commotion in the usually serene corridors of the palace?Driven by a mix of apprehension and a need to investigate, I rose from my seat and made my way towards the source of the disturbance. As I stepped into the corridor, a sense of unease washed over me. It was eerily quiet, the stillness almost suffocating.The emptiness of the corridor struck me as odd, for the palace was usually abuzz with activity. It was as if time had frozen, leaving behind an unsettling void. The absence of familiar

Vanessa's POV“What! That can't be possible” I can't even put into words how shocked I was when Evelyn dropped that bombshell on me. She said Drake was dead, and I couldn't believe it. I mean, I saw him just a few days ago. How could he suddenly be gone?“He is dead Vanessa,”“How? What happened?” I asked curiously.“He tried to wage a war against Dante and things got out of hand” Evelyn explained. At that moment, a mix of emotions flooded over me. Part of me felt a sense of relief, knowing that the man who had kidnapped me and brought me here was no longer a threat. It was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. But then, another wave of worry crashed over me.If Drake was dead, what did that mean for me? The chances of Elijah finding me were already slim, and now they seemed even slimmer. Drake was the only one who knew my whereabouts, and without him, would anyone ever find me? The uncertainty was suffocating.As I tried to process the news, my mind raced with questions. Wh

Vanessa’s POV My heart pounded in my chest as Jake's attention shifted towards me. Fear surged through every fiber of my being, even though I had been trying to maintain a facade of confidence. Deep down, I was a mess, knowing the danger I was in.Jake's smile faded, replaced by a deep sense of anger. I quickly rose from the bed, my instincts telling me to create distance between us. But with each step I took, Jake matched me, closing in on me until I was backed against the wall. Panic welled up inside me as I realized there was no way out.Jake's smile returned, a sinister gleam in his eyes. He had cornered me, leaving me with nowhere to escape. My heart raced, my mind racing to find a way out of this perilous situation. But the truth hit me like a crushing blow I couldn't fight back. I was heavily pregnant, and the thought of putting my unborn child in harm's way was unbearable.A mix of emotions washed over me fear, helplessness, and a fierce determination to protect my child at a

Vanessa’s POV“Something is wrong Vanessa,” Evelyn said as we heard a loud noise from outside.“We have to find a way to get out of here as soon as possible,” I said as Evelyn held me tightly, the noise outside the door grew louder, intensifying the sense of impending danger. It sounded like a fierce battle was taking place just beyond our reach, but we couldn't be sure. Fear gripped us both, and we braced ourselves for the worst.Then, suddenly, the fighting ceased, and the door swung open. My heart raced, and I squeezed my eyes shut, preparing for the inevitable. Time seemed to stretch on, the silence becoming almost unbearable. But to my surprise, nothing happened. No attack, no harm befell us.With cautious curiosity, I slowly opened my eyes, and there, standing before me was the last person I expected to see: Dante. The shock of his presence sent a jolt through my entire being, leaving me momentarily speechless. Conflicting emotions surged within me, a whirlwind of confusion, rel