THE WRONG SIDE VALERIA I fell asleep a little longer .
However , even though the King told me to rest all day , Im not the type to spend so many hours in bed .
I walked to the bathroom to wash up , feeling the ache in my sore muscles from all the physical activity .
My thighs were sensitive , and my intimate parts well , even more so .
Yet , I found myself smiling foolishly in front of the mirror blushing and satisfied as I traced my fingers over the scars on my face and my swollen lips .
I wasnt sure if it was just my imagination , but they seemed less marked , less ugly .
It had to be his delicious blood , the one I couldnt get enough of .
I felt sexy , and desired , noticing how the marks of his hands were already fading from my skin .
That lycan made me feel alive , like the most beautiful woman in the world .
I got dressed and decided to visit little Edward and head down to find Celine , the Guardian Quinns sister .
The whole note incident wasnt very smart , so even if we dont get along , I have no choice but to trust her if I want to share what I found .
PAF ! I heard the sound of a slap and something falling to the floor just as I was about to knock on the childs door .
Through the crack , hateful words from his mother escaped into the hallway .
Dont pretend all of a sudden ! What are you trying to pull ? Isnt it enough playing with our sanity every day ? What do you want , for the King to execute us all , you damn brat ? Mama , dont hit me … uuuwww … why dont you love me? Why do you only care about my brother ? Im your little boy , mama , Im Edward … aahh … Edwards sobs mixed with the Lunas hateful words .
I clenched my fists in rage and knocked forcefully , interrupting the exchange inside .
She immediately opened the door and looked startled when she saw me I can imagine the furious expression I mustve had .
I came to ask for permission to take little Edward for a walk .
Will his caring mother allow me ? I asked , trying not to let sarcasm drip from my voice .
After all , it was a family matter , and I was still an outsider .
про whatever you want , she replied with a frown , then passed me , leaning closer to whisper in a low voice , almost a hiss : Be ca careful , Miss .
Nothing here is what it seems .
Your kindness could lead you to a tragic end .
I stared at her , not fully understanding , but she continued down the hall .
Turning back , I approached the bed where Edward lay crying , a red handprint visible on his face .
No matter how you look at it , what shes doing is wrong .
Come on , little one , dont cry anymore .
Were going out to play , okay ? He clung to my neck , sobbing and telling me how his mother was cruel and didnt love him .
My heart ached , but there was nothing I could do .
Tomorrow , Ill leave , and this child will be left to his fate .
I calmed him down and helped him get dressed so we could go down to the garden .
I was worried about not finding Celine maybe she was stil with her brother .
Though Aldric had told me he would personally investigate the Altar with Quinn .
I really hoped he had cleaned up last nights mess Id die of embarrassment if the Guardian found those sticky traces on the stone .
Celine , I need to tell you something , I dared to reach out mentally when I felt her not far , exercising in the woods .
I only did this because Aldric was distant and couldnt intercept our messages .
Me ? she responded , confused .
Yes .
Its hard to contact Guardian Quinn when hes so close to the King .
And no , its not something personal between us .
I think you already know I can read the Altar , added quickly to avoid misunderstandings , I explained what I had found the coordinates and how everything else seemed to be a decoy , all while pushing Edwards wheelchair toward the park .
No wonder Quinn was so frustrated .
I know where those coordinates lead Ive searched this forest thoroughly .
It points to an old abandoned greenhouse , she explained , giving me a solid lead.
I thought my part was done , that the rest would be up to her or so I believed until Edwards next words changed everything I dont want to go to the park today , Miss Valeria .
Can we go to my secret place ? I have treasures I want to show you ! Of course , sweetheart .
Where is it ? I knelt beside him , smiling .
Its over there , in an old greenhouse , he said , turning his head and looking straight at me .
That strange sensation of danger and darkness swept over me again the moment I touched his hand and gazed into his eyes .
Be careful , Miss .
Nothing here is what it seems .
Your kindness could lead you to a tragic end .
His mothers words echoed in my mind .
I wondered if I had misjudged everything all this time and blamed the wrong side .
Of course , my love .
Well go wherever you want , I replied with a forced smile as I stood up and began pushing his wheelchair Celine , Im heading to the greenhouse .
Follow me silently I think I might need your help .