All Chapters of The Forbidden Gaze: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

As Zayne walked to Mistress Elara's tent, he couldn't shake off the feeling that something was amiss. The general's behavior had been strange of late, and Zayne's instincts told him that there was more to the general's request than met the eye.Zayne’s curiosity was piqued, and he made a mental note to keep an ear out for any rumors or gossip. He had a feeling that something big was brewing, and he wanted to be prepared.As he walked through the camp, he nodded to the warriors and servants he passed. They all looked up to him, and he was well-respected in the Panja village. But Zayne knew that his loyalty lay with the general, and he would do whatever it took to protect him.When he arrived at Mistress Elara's tent, he found her busy with her daily chores. She looked up as Zayne entered, a look of curiosity on her face. Is he in need of an entertainer, or perhaps he wants a recommendation?"Mistress Elara," Zayne greeted, stepping into the tent with his usual composed demeanor. "The g

AVA'S POVI continued with my tasks, my hands moving quickly and efficiently as I scrubbed the pots and pans. Being a servant in the Panja community wasn't an easy one, but I would rather be a servant than an entertainer to the Panja warriors anytime. It helped me stay focused and invisible, and not completely broken.As I worked, my mind began to wander. I had noticed that I havent seen General Kaelen in a while, and I wondered if he was okay. Perhaps he had gone on a solo war, or maybe he was just busy with other matters. I also noticed that I haven't been assigned to him in the past few weeks, and my chores had doubled on a daily basis. I wondered the reason for this, but I wouldn't dare ask Mistress Elara for fear of being punished some more.Just as I was trying to take my mind off my thoughts and focus on my chores, I noticed Elsie standing behind the kitchen door, trying to get my attention. My heart skipped a beat as I felt a pang of guilt. Ever since General Kaelen had asked

The noise I had heard outside my tent had left me on edge, and I found myself constantly looking over my shoulder, expecting to see someone lurking in the shadows.My boss, a smallish man with a thick beard, looked up from the stove where he was busy stirring a large pot of stew. "Ah, servant," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "I see you're up bright and early, ready to face another day of servitude."I ignored his jibe and began my tasks, washing the dishes from the previous night's meal and starting the fire for the day's cooking. But my boss was not content to let me be. He seemed determined to taunt me, to get a rise out of me."So, servant, tell me," he said, his voice dripping with malice. "What's the story behind the general's little visit to your classes the other day?"I felt a flush rise to my cheeks as I scrubbed a particularly stubborn stain on a plate. "I don't know what you're talking about," I muttered, trying to sound nonchalant.But he would not be fooled. "D

Ava POV "What's going on, Mistress Elara?" I asked, trying to keep up with her as she strode through the camp."You'll see," she replied, her voice firm. "Just come with me."I followed her, my heart pounding in my chest. What did she want with me? And what lay in store for me this time?As I followed Mistress Elara, I couldn't help but wonder what I had done wrong this time. Had I not completed my tasks to her satisfaction? Had I somehow displeased her?We walked in silence, Mistress Elara's heels clicking on the stone floor as we made our way through the winding corridors of the compound. I trailed behind her, my heart pounding in my chest.Finally, we arrived at a large wooden door, adorned with intricate carvings of the compound's emblem. Mistress Elara pushed the door open, revealing a spacious room with a large desk at its center."Enter," she said, her voice firm.I stepped inside, my eyes adjusting to the bright light that streamed through the large windows. Mistress Elara cl

As I spoke, Master Zayne's expression turned serious, his eyes clouding over with concern. "I see," he said, his voice low and thoughtful. "It seems like you're in a bit of a bind, Ava."I nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. It was nice to have someone to talk to, someone who seemed to understand the complexities of the situation.Master Zayne's eyes locked onto mine, and I felt a jolt of electricity run through my veins. "Don't worry, Ava," he said, his voice low and reassuring. "I'll do my best to help you navigate this mess."I smiled, feeling a sense of gratitude towards him. "Thank you, Master Zayne," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.Master Zayne's eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled. "Anytime, Ava," he said. "Now, let's get you back on your feet."As he helped me up, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder at the unexpected turn of events. Who would have thought that Master Zayne, the infamous warrior, would turn out to be my unlikely ally?As we wal