Seraphina
When Kael told me the truth, my heart began to race wildly. I frowned and took steps back.
“No… that’s impossible. How can it be? It simply can’t be true,” I immediately denied. “I’m human. If I were like you, I would’ve shown some special abilities by now. But I haven’t.”
Yet, as I spoke, certain details came to mind.
Like the time Vivienne bullied me, and I managed to break free, running far without feeling tired.
Or the time my face was badly injured, but it healed completely by the next day… I thought it was because of Marek, but now it seemed unlikely.
Then there was the time I kicked Vivienne’s friend and sent them all flying. How had I become so strong?
If what Kael said was true-that I wasn’t human-then everything made sense.
“Maybe your abilities haven’t awakened yet, Seraphina. You need a trigger,” Kael said, his gaze heavy, like a boulder pressing down on me, making it hard to breathe.
“No way. I can’t be a werewolf, Kael. Don’t try to brainwash me. I’ve just come to terms with our relationship. We both need to cool off!” I interrupted him. How could I be a werewolf? If I were, how could I have lived among humans? My parents were human. It was ridiculous!
I firmly pushed the thought out of my mind.
I thought Kael was just saying this because he didn’t want to lose me. He hoped this would keep me by his side.
“Alright, calm down, Seraphina. Can you come back to work at the Eagle Club? You did well. Your leaving was a misunderstanding, and I want to fix that,” Kael said, his tone softening as he saw me breaking down.
“Go back to work? Do you really think I can?”
Even though the job at the Eagle Club was good, the thought of being entangled with Kael again, along with Lucian and Vivienne…
And Kael’s father didn’t seem to want me around his son.
If I went back, I’d probably be thrown out again in a few days.
I didn’t actually believe Kael could really protect me.
So I calmly replied, “No need. Someone’s offered me a better job.”
Even if Briar wasn’t entirely reliable, it was still better than the Eagle Club.
At least at the Iron Fist Club, there were no enemies, and Vivienne wouldn’t cause trouble.
I just wanted a simple job, that’s all.
“Seraphina, please. Give me a chance to make it right,” Kael pleaded, gripping my shoulders. His hands tightened nervously, and I felt like my shoulders might shatter under the pressure.
Looking into Kael’s heartbroken eyes, I felt my own heart break.
I had developed feelings for him, but our identities, positions, and the interference around us made it impossible for us to be together.
I wasn’t strong when it came to love, especially after Lucian’s betrayal. I couldn’t muster the courage for another relationship.
Kael said he loved me now, but who knew if he’d tire of me one day and leave me?
He was never short of women. If he wanted, countless girls would flock to him.
With so many temptations around him, I thought he’d soon find a new toy.
But I was different. I’d always wanted an ordinary love.
A simple, slightly romantic relationship that could lead to marriage.
Not something with a playboy.
“You’re right. We both need to cool off, Kael. We should give each other some space to think about the future,” I said calmly.
Little did anyone know how much it hurt to say those words.
It felt like a knife had been plunged into my heart, twisting and tearing it out of my chest.
Bloody and excruciating.
It reminded me of the day I discovered Lucian’s betrayal.
No, it was even more painful than that.
Because I knew Kael hadn’t done anything wrong. It was just that too many obstacles stood between us.
“Seraphina, I love you,” Kael said, pulling me into his embrace.
I felt his kisses land on my hair, one after another.
“I want you to understand how I feel. If you love me, we can overcome these obstacles.”
But I had no confidence in his words.
Maybe we shouldn’t have met in the first place.
I was exhausted, but I could only keep these thoughts to myself.
“Let me take you home,” Kael said, mounting his motorcycle.
It was a sleek, cool bike, and I was surprised Kael rode something like this.
I didn’t hesitate and climbed on behind him.
As the bike started, I wrapped my arms around his waist.
The scenery rushed past, the wind whipping against my face.
Kael’s back was warm, his waist muscles solid.
He was so broad, it felt like he could protect me well.
I couldn’t help but bury my face in his back. If only this ride could last longer.
Without having to think about our relationship or the barriers between us.
But soon, the bike stopped at my apartment building.
I jumped off and was about to leave when Kael called out to me. He handed me a card.
“If you need money, use this. There’s a lot in there. Don’t be shy.”
Before I could react, Kael rode off.
The roar of the motorcycle grew distant.
I looked down at the black card in my hand. It was a premium looking bank card, undoubtedly loaded with money.
Kael had left in a hurry, probably worried I’d refuse.
I did want to refuse. How could I take someone else’s money?
And I’d already decided to distance myself from Kael. What was I doing holding his card?
But he was already gone. I’d have to find a chance to return it later.
Thinking this, I couldn’t help but feel sad.
He shouldn’t have been so good to me.