All Chapters of Not my spec: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Lila’s pov I went home that day with a heavy heart, the sharp sting of mockery washing over me in relentless waves. My reality was a constant, brutal reminder of what I was ungifted, ordinary, just a nobody and everyone I had met didn’t miss the opportunity to remind me. Sometimes, all I wanted was to lock myself away and brood over every loophole in my miserable life, sometimes I try to make myself feel better, but I end up feeling even far worse than I had ever been, when I tried to hide, I’m always found, when I don’t want to be seen, I become the main picture of the day, but I wasn’t admired in anyway, I was always reminded of how small I was compared to any other person just like today until Matthew spoke to me. I hid in a corner reflecting on the painful truth I had faced back at the new principal’s office, why was it always me? That powerless human girl always making a tussle, i never choose this life, so why did it choose me? The doubts of my own self was eating me up until

Aiden’s pov After my last conversation with Matthew, I needed to stay off the grid and lay low. I really needed to stay away from Lila but how could I? Too many things were suddenly creeping out of the dark. Between Luna Eden’s sudden arrival and that dreadful dinner with my family, everything was spiraling out of control and I knew it was all tied to a single goal. Ever since Luna Eden threatened me in my bedroom during her family's visit, I knew trouble was lurking. I knew she was watching my every move, monitoring everyone I interacted with, especially after the warning I gave her daughter that same night. I remember it, everything that had happened clearly. Right from when the attention was turned to me. “Your son…” Luna Eden said with a firm voice, the atmosphere suddenly became tense and quiet, all eyes turned to me. “And what about my son?” My dad asked wiping his mouth with a napkin. The smile on her face suddenly changed to a dark venomous look. “It isn’t news that Ai

Aiden’s pov As she walked out, I could still feel the heavy weight of her threats hanging in the air. A Keeper. A special cult created by the elders for a purpose. To keep. I had always believed Keepers were nothing more than a myth, but here I was, standing in the shadow of one. I had heard rumors of how powerful and gifted they tended to be, for Luna Eden to be one of them meant she was truly a force to be reckoned with. I weighed everything in my mind, searching for a way to turn the situation to my advantage. Her parting words had sparked an idea: become stronger, break the bond, earn the leadership title. But standing between me and that goal was one glaring problem... that stupid bet. Fortunately, Matthew stopped by, and I ran the plan past him. I put my faith in him, trusting he would find a way to make the whole thing disappear. After Matthew left that evening, I felt confident that the bet was dead and that things would finally fall into place. I assumed Rayna would re

Lila’s pov He pulled me into his arms and held me tight. I wanted to fight back and break free of his grip, but something inside me relaxed the moment he wrapped his arms around me. "Do you feel any better?" he asked in a low whisper. I didn't say a word. But even if I had wanted to hide my true feelings, how could I? I was leaning against his chest, listening to the slow, steady rhythm of his heartbeat. That alone already gave me away. We stood like that for a while. I knew he was holding me back so I wouldn't spiral into another outburst, and I was glad he did, I didn’t know any to lose control again. He had stopped me at just the right time. Everything felt safe. The world around me had vanished, replaced by the universe he created within his arms, a space where I felt protected and heard. "It's okay now, Lila... I've got you." He said it softly, just like he used to. Just like he always did. My body felt weak and exhausted from all the swinging. Seeing that I had finally

Lila’s pov I had followed the directions he gave me, heading straight to the address. Clog Street. I recalled the name in my head. As I walked further down the road, I realized it wasn't remotely the kind of place where I ever expected to find someone like Aiden. Doesn’t suit his style. It was a narrow, suffocating alleyway. Every nook and cranny looked filthy and deserted. Shadows clung to every corner, and the few people lounging outside stared right back at me with eyes that promised trouble. Street vendors were selling food out of rusted carts in the grimy air, it looked bizarre. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I never would have believed that Stray Town, with all its polished charm, concealed a place like this. There was nothing pleasant about it. Everyone looked suspicious, almost unhinged. Why on earth would Aiden invite me here? I didn't even have the luxury to stand around and wonder, it felt far too dangerous. To my hyper vigilant mind, every stranger on the curb