Becca’s POV
“You feel bad for Gemini, don’t you? But I bet you would feel worse if Paula was to get hurt.” I threatened, a devilish grin plastered across my face
The Guard pleaded on his knees, his every being begging for mercy. “Please ma’am don’t hurt my wife. She is the only family I have.”
smirk spread across my face at his reply, this was the exact state I wanted him in. This way, I could easily manipulate him into doing my bidding.
“So do you still think you have to tell the King g what you saw today!” I further teased.
He nodded his head severally in the negative. “No, ma’am. I promise to keep shut, but please don’t hurt Paula, I beg you!”
“Leave!” Lordered
“Ma!” He called out as if he had not heard me earlier.
“I said leave!” I emphasized, my hand pointing towards the door.
He hurried towards the door like a bird that had been set free. “But make sure to watch your back.” I whispered with an evil smille as I watched him
curry out.
The face of an impressed Angela surfaced out of the shadows, “Well, well, well.. Look what we have here. She said, arms crossed over her chest.
“I learnt from the best,” I said sarcastically, referring to her
I watched as Angela’s impressed expression turned into a calculating gaze. “So, let me guess,” she said, her eyes narrowing, “-you’re behind the wolfsbane stuff.
Hlet out a mocking laugh, waving my hand dismissively. “Don’t tell me that you’re expecting me to sit down and fold my hands while you take your time to create another brilliant plan?” I air–quoted the last two words, my tone dripping with sarcasm.
Angela’s expression turned cold, her eyes flashing with a hint of anger. “Becca, you’re playing with fire. Wolfsbane is a very serious matter and you are barely even covering your tracks.”
“Leave it to me, I don’t need your help to carry my cross,” I said with confidence and a bit of defiance.
“I hope you know what you’re doing, Becca, Angela said finally, her voice low and even. “Because if you’re caught, you would have to serve the consequences.”
risk,” I said, my voice dripping with confidence. “After all, someone has to keep things interesting
My grin never wavered. “I’m willing to take that ri around here
“Just be careful, that’s all I have to say to you. I won’t be able to help you if you mess yourself up.”
Angela’s comment got me rolling my eyes at her retreating figure.
Once the door slammed, I returned to my drawer where I had carefully placed a purple mixture in a small jar.
Just a drop of this in her water was enough to put her in her present condition, what then would happen if I put in all of this.. Undiluted‘
I erupted into a fit of laughter at the thought of my genius plan. The sound echoed through the room, a cold, mirthless sound. But my amusement was short–lived, as a knock at the door interrupted me.
I quickly hid the jar of purple mixture, shoving it back into the drawer and covering it with a pile of clothes. I smoothed out my dress, composed myself, and made my way to the door.
I opened it to find a maid standing in the hallway. “Ma’am, King Ashier has called for a family meeting.”
cause the last time I checked, Asher
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“You’re requested to attend The maid added
sty heart skipped a beat at the news. What could Asher want to discuss! And why so urgently?
*T’ll be there!” I said before slamming the door on her.
I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath, and another. And another. I had no idea why I had become so nervous
1/2
10:22 AM er er
Chapter 15
“You can do this Becks.” I said taking in one more deep breath.
Everyone else was present and seated, but Asher’s seat remained empty. I found a place to fix myself, the room growing with unease as we all quietly awaited Asher’s entrance,
Each person tried to busy himself or herself with something else while they waited. “Do you have an idea what Asher is up to this time?” Mr Blackwood said, turning to his wife who usually claimed to know everything
She shook her head. “I have no idea.”
A sigh of disappointment escaped my lips as I pulled out my phone to keep myself busy.
As I scrolled through my phone, I noticed Mr Blackwood growing increasingly restless. He had been hissing and muttering words of complaint for the past hour, clearly losing his patience.
Finally, he stood up, his intent to leave clear. “I don’t have time for this,” he grumbled.
But before he could take a step. Asher’s imposing aura sipped in. His presence was commanding as he stood tall in front of the door. Mr Blackwood hesitated, his complaint dying on his lips.
Someone seems to have gotten impatient, Asher said, his voice low and even
Mr Blackwood found his voice again, “You kept us waiting for over an hour, Asher. What’s the meaning of this?”
s to do, unlike some of you who left their pack for
Asher’s expression remained calm, but a hint of annoyance crept into his voice. “I have things to do, weeks and have refused to return.
The room fell silent, all eyes on Asher. I felt a shiver run down my spine at the subtle rebuke,
“Our agreement was till full moon,” Asher started the minute he settled in his chair.
Mr Blackwood’s face reddened, his eyes flashing with annoyance, “What’s that supposed to mean, Asher?” he spat, his voice rising.
finally lifted his face.
Cain who had been focused on his phone since I walked in finally
Asher’s expression remained calm, but his eyes narrowed slightly. “It means that your presence here is no longer necessary. You’ve overstayed your welcome.”
Mrs Blackwood’s anger boiled over. “Are you kicking us out of your pack?” she demanded.
The thought of that sent panic through me. I suddenly felt uncomfortable in my chair, my mind racing.
Asher leaned back in his chair, steepling his fingers together. “Take it however you wish, but you all have till Friday to leave.”
My eyes widened at his admission, the thought of how it would affect all my laid–out plans.
“Go back to your pack where your opinions are needed,” Asher said finally, his eyes lixed on Mr Blackwood,
Gemin
What must have prompted Asier to kick us all out? Not sparing even a single person. Could this have something to do with Gemini!
That little brat is effortlessly getting on my nerves. I have to put my new plan into motion as soon as possible.
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