The Temptation of Sin And The Lycan Princess

Chapter 160

76. The Sounds of the Night

SKYLA.

The moon has risen, but despite the silence of the night, everyone is awake in the Rossi

mansion.

I can hear the quiet conversations, the deep discussions, the occasional shout.

Out here, I can also hear the sound of insects in the garden. The soft wind is blowing through the trees and the passing comments and

commands of the guards and others around can

be heard.

This feeling… it’s unexplainable…

I feel… content, sorrowful and…different.

I don’t even know how to explain it.

I’m sitting on the back steps, staring out into the night sky. I’ve done this so many times in my life, but today I feel like I’m no longer the Sky I once was…

My eyes sting and I tug at the sleeves of my long

-sleeved top as I exhale slowly.

Some things just stay… changing you even.

I killed my given mate.

It’s… an odd feeling…

I know I’m not a monster. I had to do what I had

to and to break the hold Apophis had on him,

and on this planet, I had to end him.

He didn’t care for me, and that was proven in those last moments. 2

He wasn’t bothered about me… but he was shocked that his brother helped kill him…

Royce is quieter, and I don’t blame him. I want to be there for him, and I will be, but he’s also being that rock for his family. Even Charlotte cried, despite refusing to let a sound escape her. 1

He’s with his mother right now, and she needs him.

She’s down on the firepower right now, and I know we will see that fiery warrior Luna again one day, but for now, she needs to heal… 2

I stare at the sky, resting my head against the

door frame.

Life.

It’s painful, beautiful, terrifying, yet for those of us who get to live another day, it’s precious…

“Meow.”

I smile as Malevolent jumps into my lap, and I cuddle her tightly. 1

“Hey Mal…” I say, stroking her head as she purrs in approval.

At least on this journey of life, I’ll always have her and Royce.

I turn when I hear footsteps behind me, sensing Raihana before I see her.

She pauses when she spots me. She’s wearing an oversize cardigan over her tiny sports bra and shorts, her arms wrapped around herself.

“Sorry, I didn’t realise our lioness was out

here.” She says with a small smile, about to leave when I stand up.

“You don’t need to leave.”

She turns back.

“Are you sure?”

She’s lost weight, and call me fucking crazy, but I feel her eyes have aged if that even makes

sense.

I nod as I walk over to her, gently letting

Malevolent down.

“I’m sorry… about Chris,” I say, ok I’m not a hugger but… I step forward, awkwardly hugging

her.

She relaxes and wraps her arms around me, giving me a squeeze.

a good place.” She whispers, but I can sense the pain

move back slowly, “This all happened because

to admit it, but this was a fight between Apophis, Aleric, Bastet, Me, Helios and Royce, and although I don’t want her

us, it would be

became a victim of our

no hand in, we will always be the losers.

him and treat him well.” Her voice breaks and she looks away. “I talked to Uncle. I’m ready to bid

those who have fallen.”

wrap my arms

I know it’s easier said than done…

“I am. I will take my place as the head of the Coven of England. It’s time I do my part and I know the

the Coven?” I ask, my heart skipping

a simple spell. The children need me. I can’t abandon them.” She says, “Plus, I don’t think

could use the witchy

We do need to up it

pack. What have you decided?”

step apart. “I’m proud of you Sky… I know killing someone is…

Red into a deep slumber before she ended

Whatever she did was dark, that much I know, but when Mama Mari had asked her, Dad

thinking earlier

I did kill my

quietly. “I know the pain it brings when a bond is broken, although I know you two had

frown, shaking

me. It’s weird but there was no gut-wrenching pain… Whatever

had to do that to not only his brother but

my upper arm a gentle squeeze.

((

up to see Heaven. standing there holding a mug of hot chocolate, with Uncle Liam beside her holding two mugs

in an oversized shirt and I feel like

in the neck when I

Chris’s. 5

Raihana says as she wraps her arms around her

I can’t begin to

meet Uncle Liam,

also want

out a mug

I say, taking it

Heaven moves

N

chocolate and Liam

a

“Thanks,” Raihana says.

He replies before excusing himself.

down on the steps once more, and I

know I’m late… but I’m sorry for your

talked to Tatum earlier, but he’s become quieter

this before. I’ve

losing someone so close to

before.

of death… but I’m

it leaves on those

says as she walks inside, leaving the two of

She’s giving us space.

fine.” She says quietly, staring at the grass

to force you as these things happen at their own fucking time, but when you’re ready, let it out. Scream, shout, cry. Do whatever the fuck you want, but let it out.” I whisper.

looking into my eyes and I can see her pain, and for a moment I feel

me, no matter if I’ve messed up, or if my heart is broken or hurting, that he’ll be there. That I’ll always have him, and I can come back to him. That he’ll always have my back…. He never

breaks

her tears

chocolate. 16

the mug from her shaking

fool.” A voice

turn to see Rayhan

see the soot on him, meaning he just got back now. He’s in a

wraps his arms around her, kissing the top of her

not here, then I will be. I’ll always be here for you, Heaven. Just like I’ll be there for Sienna… I’ll be there

says quietly as she hugs him back

Thank God for that…

Uncle.” She whispers,

her nose. “You

the rubble…” He replies with

wry smile.

many?” I

to know how

persons are

silent before

she

as she takes a tissue from her

“What is?” Rayhan asks.

pictures of you

my eyes

What pictures?” Rayhan

Oh SHIT. 3

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