Jayce’S POV.
“Why did you do it?” I break the silence.
Ever since Skye was brought into the interrogation room, we have both been staring at each other without uttering a single word.
Till this moment, I’m still finding it hard to believe she actually planned to kill Alora just because she thought that would give me a chance to have me again.
She’s delusional.
Looking at her right now and thinking about the pain I could’ve felt if her plan had finally pushed through makes me want to change my mind and give her the punishment she deserves.
Evil!
That’s what she is.
“I think you already know the answer to that question.”
“It’s obvious you have no idea how the concept of fated mates work.”
“Do me the pleasure of making it clear to me.”
“I don’t have time to do that. Carry out your research, the same way you carried out research on murder strategies.” The cocky look on her face wipes off.
Better.
“Look, I was desperate alright. One minute we were fine and fucking our brains out and the next moment, you were dumping me and acting like we never had anything together. It was so easy for you to move on, but that was not the same for me!”
“Skye, stop making it seem like we didn’t have this conversation from the very beginning. Stop acting like we were in some sort of romantic relationship. Like we were boyfriend and girlfriend. Like I owe you anything because I sure as hell know I don’t!” Now I’m raising my voice because I’m so upset that I can’t keep calm. “The night I chose you as my special girl, I made things clear to you. I told you our relationship was simply sexual. Nothing more, nothing less and that we would stop the moment I find my mate and in return, I will let you leave a comfortable life. I made sure of that. You are the one who didn’t stick to the end of the bargain! You tried to murder my mate!”
“Because I was desperate!”
“What stupid desperation will put murder thoughts in your head, Skye. Murder? To actually kill someone intentionally and be able to live with it? Sweet Moon goddess! I can’t even look at you right now. I am scared of you! I am scared of what you have become.”
“You turned me into this!”
“No I did not not! Your over ambition and greedy attitude did. You know what? arguing with you won’t change the past, neither will it change how I feel about you. You will be leaving this castle today and the Omega will take you to the camps where you will be staying to undergo hard labour.”
“You are going to regret this!”
“The only person who’s going to regret anything between the two of us, is you! You are going to regret letting your ambition turn you into the monster you have become.” I push my seat backwards and rise to my feet. “I also want you to know that I’ve lost every bit of respect I ever had for you. I never want to see your face again. Try to harm my mate one more time, I’ll end your life with my bare hands. I’m not bluffing!” I barge out of the room with my heart feeling lighter than it did when I walked in a few minutes ago.
I’ve given her something to cry about for an entire year!
Alora’S POV.
I’ve been in my bedroom all day. Both breakfast and lunch have been served to me here. I don’t have the strength to go out of this bedroom and face anyone out there.
I’m still shaken by the betrayal I just experienced in the hands of Tania. She played her part so perfectly, I never suspected her for a single second. I am completely heart broken. She was the first friend I ever had. The best. I trusted her with everything in me, but she just made me understand how stupid I was for trusting someone blindly.
Now I’ve learned my lesson. I will think twice before ever bringing myself to trust someone completely. Especially a girl.
“Well done Tania, you really did me dirty.” My eyes dart to the door when I hear it creak open. Warmth fills my heart when I see my mate stepping into the bedroom. He’s the only one who gives me joy right now.
“Baby.” He calls in his audial calm tone. He has no idea how sexy he sounds when he calls me baby. I can feel my worries dissolve as he takes a seat by side and plants a soft kiss on my lips.
Strawberry.
That’s what his lips taste like.
“You are home early.”
“I had to come and check on you. To see how you are faring. Do you feel better now?” I calmly shake my head, because honestly I’m not.
I still can’t believe Tania plotted with Skye to have me killed. Chills run down my spine every time it crosses my mind.
“I’m still shaken by what happened.”
“I’m so sorry, love. With time you’ll feel better.
“I hope so.”
“Also…” He scratched the back of his neck, giving me an unsure look. “I understand that Tania’ betrayal has taken a toll on you and it’ll if not forever, but for a long time mar your ability to trust anyone again, especially personal servants, but you cannot do without them.”
“I can.”
“Yes, you can, but the rules state that Luna must have a personal maid.”
“Even after what I just experienced? Jayce I promise I’m fine on my own.”
“Baby.” He takes my hands in his and kisses them. “Right now, no one wishes for you to be left alone as much as I do, but there’s nothing we can do about it. Sooner or later, the elders will start asking questions and it is never a good thing when they do that. We have to act according to the rules.”
One of the cons of being royalty. You always have to follow the rules. I sigh deeply and shake my head.
“I don’t even know anyone else. I have no idea who to choose right now.”
“I already got that covered. You don’t have to worry. I got that covered.”
“Hmmm?”
“I found a servant. You can get to know how and let’s see how things go. But of course, if a few days go by and you are not comfortable with her, all you have to do is say the word and she’ll be replaced.” I pout my lips and crash into his arms.
I don’t need no new servant.
I want to be alone.
I’ve been doing things all by myself for twenty years now, I don’t need anyone doing anything for me!
But the rules.
Fucking rules!
I almost burst into tears when he starts stroking my hair.
I can feel the pain in my heart subsiding. I secretly inhale more of his sweet smell that makes me blush like an idiot. This man will be the end of me!
“I’m sorry for the trouble.” He pulls me out of his arms.
“It’s fine. I guess I have to get used to it.” I force a smile. He pulls me back into his arms and I calmly rest my head on his big broad chest.
Home.
That’s what his embrace feels like.
“You know I love you, right?” His deep, baritone voice breaks the silence. I crane my neck to look at his face.
“Yeah.” He kisses my forehead.
“I love you Alora. I love you more than life itself.”
And I know he means every word he just said.