บททั้งหมดของ Wanted by my ex mate : บทที่ 51 - บทที่ 60

Meghan.Clutching the bottle of carefully prepared poison tightly in my grip, I moved cautiously through the palace corridors, dressed convincingly as one of the palace maids. I prayed silently that no one would recognize me, and that everything would proceed without a hitch.My heart pounded violently against my chest as I maneuvered through the halls, keeping to the shadows. Thankfully, I was familiar with the layout of the palace thanks to a maid who had discreetly provided me with detailed directions.Upon reaching the royal kitchen, I paused by the door and peered inside to ensure the head chef was alone. The air was saturated with the rich aromas of roasted meats and bubbling stews, making it hard to focus.Seeing that he was by himself, completely absorbed in his cooking, a faint smile touched my lips. He hadn’t heard me enter.“Here,” I said, handing him a thick wad of cash. He jumped slightly, startled by both my presence and the generous bribe. We had discussed this arrangem

Aurora.It had been several days since the poisoning incident, and I still couldn't bring myself to trust the palace maids. Every glance, every whisper, every tray of food brought a fresh wave of suspicion. My guard was up and it was going to stay that way.A knock at my door pulled me from my thoughts. One of the maids stood there, her expression unreadable. “My lady,” she said with a bow, “Miss Meghan is here to see you.”Meghan?I blinked, thrown off. What could she possibly want? We weren’t friends far from it. The last time we crossed paths, she’d made her hatred for me very clear. Why visit now?Curious but wary, I left my room and made my way downstairs. As I entered the sitting room, there she was perched on the edge of a chair like she belonged there. Her posture was graceful, her smile wide and sweet. But beneath it all, I could feel the chill of her presence. That same calculating coldness in her eyes. The same girl who’d done everything in her power to hurt me.“Aurora, da

kaiser.A cool breeze brushed against my face, rousing me from what was supposed to be a brief nap. I couldn’t believe how long I’d actually slept. Groaning softly, I sat up, blinking against the harsh sunlight streaming through the curtains. “Wake up, kaiser,” I muttered to myself, pulling the sheets off and swinging my legs over the edge of the bed.My feet met the cold marble floor, and though a wave of exhaustion lingered in my muscles, it wasn’t enough to stop me. There was business to be handled. Moving with practiced efficiency, I headed to the bathroom and let the hot water wash over me, my mind wandering even as steam filled the room.Once finished, I dressed swiftly in a sharp charcoal suit, smoothing the sleeves to perfection. In just a few hours, I would claim what was rightfully mine. I wanted to look every bit the part. Today would mark a decisive change in the power dynamic; it was long past time for someone stronger to replace that pathetic fool who called himself Etha

Aurora.Over time, the heat no longer bothered me, and I gradually adjusted to the rhythm and monotony of this strange place. The days started to blur together, and though the morning had come and gone with barely any food in my stomach, I felt oddly prepared to face what was ahead. Today it was the day I would attempt to escape this cell. The goal was simple: get to the hospital, check on Alpha Ethan’s condition, and connect with a few allies who could quietly keep watch over him.This town sat like a wide, open rest stop along a winding mountain road, perched at over seven thousand feet above sea level. It had all the essentials, a small market, a post office, a bar, and a tiny restaurant. I could see them all through the narrow window in my cell. The old wooden lodge nearby looked like it belonged in a postcard, and the place would’ve seemed picturesque under different circumstances. Towering trees loomed over most of the buildings, giving the entire town a forested charm that I co

Kaiser.“What do you think you’re doing? How dare you storm in here pointing a gun at me?” I snapped as soon as I wrestled the weapon from her grasp. I slammed my fist against the wall just inches from Meghan’s face to make sure she understood the intensity of my fury.Meghan was shaking now, standing just a step away from me, and the massive room felt suffocating, stifling even. The heat between us was thickened by my rage, almost unbearable.For a moment, I forgot all the lessons I’d been taught about self-control. I wanted to smash her head against the wall. how dare she think she could challenge me? This reckless woman actually believed she was my equal.A faint smile flickered across my lips but vanished in seconds. My eyes darkened as I pushed off the wall with a low curse. “You know what? I have to admit, I’m impressed by your boldness,” I said quietly. “But mark my words, don’t ever try this again.” My voice was low and rough, lacking the hatred it had before.Meghan froze, me