Novel & Cerita Chapter 9 The Outsiders

The member list in the channel was painfully clear, showing only four avatars: my father, my mother, my brother, and Bella. My brother, Enzo, replied a moment later, "Just the four of us. Don't call Aurora." "If she comes, she'll just find another excuse to bully Bella." I stared at the words, frozen. It dawned on me then. In this family, I had been the outsider all along. ... As if on cue, my mother's call came through. "Aurora, there's a sudden sit-down with the capos. We won't be back at the manor tonight."

If they already saw me as an outsider, why was I still trying so hard to belong? I scoffed, "I don't want anything. I wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness." With that, I turned and went to the bedroom to pack my things. Sophie followed me into the room and slapped me across the face. "It's New Year's! What kind of attitude is that? It's just an apple. Do you have to turn the whole house upside down over something so small? Julius already feels awkward in this family. After your little scene, just how embarrassed do you think he is?

Hayden had been waiting for was meant for Selena. Of all people, it had to be her. A bitter ache spread through my chest. I suddenly lost my appetite. I set down my fork and stood to leave. The moment I grabbed my bag and turned around, I ran straight into Selena, who was carrying a bowl of sauce. "Ah!" Selena let out a sharp cry and immediately fell into Hayden's arms. The impact knocked me off balance, and my hand slammed onto the still sizzling grill pan. I sucked in a sharp breath from the burn. By the time I steadied myself, the back of my hand was already bright red. Pain shot through me, and I instinctively wanted to run to the sink for cold water.

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“Let’s go!” I ran into the cave, followed by Xander, but one minute he was in his human form and the next, he leaped forward and his paws hit the cave floor. Several of The Outsiders charged toward us, and I cut off their heads with the sword and ripped out their hearts instantly, causing their bodies to burst into flames upon the ground. With a wave of my arm, I threw several more against the wall and then ripped off their heads as they suddenly burst into flames. As we fought our way inside, the burning bodies of The Outsiders illuminated the cave, revealing three other caves.

and then she left. --- Outside, Cassandra stood at the bus stop as she began to remember all that she saw earlier, soon her eyes began to tear up again uncontrollably. Just as if heaven smiled at her rain began to pour as people hurried past, umbrellas snapping open, buses roaring by but she didn’t move. It looked like she was the only one that didn't looked at the weather forecast today to prepare herself. It wasn't just the forecast, she didn't noticed the betrayal that went under her nose for a while.

Chapter 18 {7°Celsius} Diary part 2 I never thought I would meet him again but our destiny had different plans. I was again placed in front of him with head hung down Not daring to look into his eyes and focussing on his perfectly shining shoes instead. I was ashamed of myself. Ashamed of being so damn ignorant and lost while crossing the road. Ashamed of my own situation that made me stand here lost at the centre of the road waiting for death without even knowing it.

*Content warning* This chapter contains sensitive content (abuse/assault) that some may find triggering or upsetting. It's not graphic, but I advise you to skip this chapter or read it at your own risk. I stare out of the window at the gradually dimming sky. The sound of the rain hitting the window and the distant rumble of the thunder was soothing. It gave me something else to focus on, other than the ache in my body, my wrists' stinging, and the crippling fear that had my heart racing a mile a minute. I didn’t think I would see daylight ever again. The scary part is that I was okay with that. In fact, I was welcoming it. I gave up fighting after the third time. I begged them every hour to

The scars they carried became badges of honor, reminders of their capacity to overcome adversity and emerge stronger than before. Chapter 99 marked not just a new beginning for Andrea, Alex, and Matthew, but for all those whose lives they touched. It was a chapter fueled by a shared vision, unwavering determination, and an unwavering belief in the inherent goodness of humanity. As they looked to the future, they were filled with hope, knowing that their combined efforts would shape a better world for generations to come.

] [ AUTHORIZED. The massive steel gates groaned open. The truck rolled inside. They were in. But they weren't safe. They were in the belly of the beast. And the beast was hungry. (End of Chapter 93)