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406. MY GREEDY LITTLE BEAST
KATHERINEBAM! BAM!"AAAHHH!" I screamed in panic, almost feeling the breath on my nape. The damn window wouldn’t stop slamming.I got up on shaky legs, but I ran like a crazed lunatic, clutching the small chest against my chest.The light from the exit hole seemed so close, yet so far.I thought I heard footsteps chasing me, the white sheets around me resembling hands and monsters lurking, wrapping me in this curse.I threw the chest through the entry gap and jumped after it.With my eyes barely open, I sat on the floor and lowered my legs, clinging to the stairs, too afraid to see something right in front of my face.His face. That accusatory face, full of hatred and thirst for revenge.In my desperate attempt to throw myself down and escape, my foot slipped, and one of the steps split in half.I clung to the wood with my nails, seeking stability, but the sensation of falling into the void flooded my senses.I clawed at the air in desperation, opening my eyes only to see the dark sq
407. SPYING IN THE SHADOWS
KATHERINE"Wait, Vorath…" I tried to pull away when I felt him exhale against my sensitive skin.His possessive arms tightened even more around my body."When are we going to play like today again, Kath? I promise I won’t be rough, baby. I’ll ride you nice and slow, making it delicious… mmm."His teeth grazed my nipples dangerously, making them perk up with excitement.His entire body exuded a scorching, intoxicating heat of bergamot."I’ll thrust deeper and deeper. My animal form can give you so much pleasure, I know you liked it, little one… and getting you pregnant is even easier…"The hand under my ass squeezed, shamelessly kneading me, while the other held the curve of my back, his head buried in my cleavage.I hissed as heat tingled in my belly, clenching my fists in his fur, but I couldn’t let myself be swept away again by the primal instincts of our bond.I opened my mouth to find the right words, but someone beat me to it."Hey, damn wolf, stop trying to trick my woman right
408. DANGEROUS ALLY
BRENDACrouched in my wolf form and shielded by the darkness, we slipped through a hole in the rotting wood of the fishing hut, damp with moisture.Hiding between two boats, we watched from a few meters away as two men conversed.One was obviously Thesio, while the other was a tall, elegant man with short black hair. Everything about him was wrapped in an aura of mystery.My wolf sniffed the air. Something felt strange, a suspicion tightening in our chest.We sharpened our hearing to catch their conversation."I need more of your cheap magic to cover my tracks in the thefts from Elliot Everhart’s lands." Thesio spoke with authority, though he sounded a little nervous."Those creatures will die within fifteen minutes of opening the storage units, you know that. As for the other matter, I can’t help you that easily," the man replied coldly."You dare to screw me over, you bastard?" Thesio lost his temper and grabbed him by the lapels, furious."You only remain hidden on my lands because
409. RETURNING HOME
BRENDACrouching low, I crawled backward across the cold tiles, trying to avoid being discovered.I slipped through the half-open doors and rushed toward the mirror, examining myself to make sure I didn’t have leaves from the forest or anything that could give me away.With my heart pounding, I practically threw myself onto the bed, just as the sound of boots echoed in the hallway.The door swung open, and Duke Thesio entered the room. His steps moved toward me immediately.I controlled my breathing as he stopped at the edge of the bed, scrutinizing me. Once satisfied, he turned and went into the bathroom. I opened my eyes in the darkness, calculating my next move.Damn idiot. What good was being a Duke if he was just an elemental? They would never compare to the power of true supernatural beings.Tomorrow, I would meet that vampire. Thesio’s days were numbered.*****NARRATORSeveral miles from the capital of Duke Thesio’s realm…"Shit, I thought I was gonna die tonight. It felt endl
410. MY POSSESSIVE WOLF
KATHERINEWhatever mystery that small chest held, I would have to uncover it later.First, because we needed to go home.And second, because, as expected, it wouldn’t open so easily."Mom, is it safe to leave? The… the Lady Prescott, she’s not in the forest with her bad son, is she?" Lavinia clung nervously to my skirt, glancing toward the ruined garden and beyond the fence."Don’t worry, sweetheart, I’m here to protect you. No one will ever harm you," Elliot answered for me, lifting her protectively into his arms.My heart couldn’t feel warmer."But, Father Duke, there’s a monster out there. You have to be careful, it’s… it’s really fierce…" I twisted my lips at her words.Daughter, that “monster” is the same one holding you right now—your adoptive father!A subtle laugh gleamed in Elliot’s eyes as he glanced at me for a second."Lavinia, we didn’t see any monster. It was probably a large animal, and you got confused because of fear," he explained, downplaying the matter.In the futu
411. AN UNEXPECTED CLUE
KATHERINE"Kath, Vorath told me that Lavinia is like you, and very powerful. That’s why he dared to feed her," Elliot explained."A powerful witch?" I looked at her, almost in fear. I had hoped she would be “normal.” Now, more than ever, I had to protect her."We have to, baby. You’re not alone anymore, Kath. We have to protect each other," Elliot assured me."I need your help reorganizing all the castle staff. We’re going to do a full cleansing of the duchy. I’ll bring Aldo, Tomás, and their families to stay at the castle."I nodded in agreement. They were good, loyal people.The castle’s grand structure came into view as we entered the gardens, and for the first time, I felt an undeniable sense of belonging.I was no longer the false Duchess. I would take my place legitimately. I wouldn’t allow any more snakes to conspire within my own home.*****NARRATORIn the Duchy of Thesio…Salvatore materialized in a hidden corner of the stables behind the Blue Mountain Tavern.This was where
412. EXIT FROM THE ELEMENTAL REALM
NARRATORHe pulled out the old registry papers with portraits of the employees.That man, in particular, was the one he was most interested in. The woman had pointed him out as the caretaker of the Duchess’s sister.He discreetly lifted his gaze to confirm. The more he compared, the more alike they seemed.This was a blessing—what incredible luck!However, just as he was about to get up, he noticed the man was no longer alone. Another gentleman had joined him at some point.Frowning, he settled back into his seat, thinking about how to approach him. He needed to catch him alone. This was a delicate matter.He even prepared money to bribe him for information about his former patient. All his efforts were in vain.He watched as both men stood up from the table and swiftly headed outside the tavern.Rosendo quickly stuffed everything back into his bag, tossed some coins on the table, and rushed after them to avoid losing sight.He pushed through the wooden saloon doors, which creaked lou
413. THE WOMAN RAPIST
A FEW DAYS LATER…ELLIOTI sign my name on the line with mixed emotions. In truth, I feel somewhat guilty. I accused and tortured an innocent man—to some extent.But I was the first to make the mistake of trusting him completely.He had started as a butler in my parents’ service, and I had known him for years.However, in the end, all that trust, including his bond with the housekeeper, had led to the vilest betrayal.I take my seal and finally finalize Mr. Wallace’s retirement.He will leave for the countryside to live with his daughter. I granted him a generous pension, partly to ease my conscience.Our farewell was stiff, and I confess it left a bitter taste in my mouth.Knock, knock, knock.The door is suddenly tapped gently."It’s our mate." Vorath immediately perks up, shaking off his earlier boredom and huffing."Come in," I say, pushing the papers aside.The scent of lavender floods the room as soon as she enters, making our mouths water. She carries a tray with a coffee pot,
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