Page 38 of My Fated Alpha: The Royals

A helpless smile broke over her face.Jerk.

He smiled back at her.While you’re an idiot.Alexandru flicked her forehead.I love you, pet. It will not change.

But I’m terrified.

As I am.

Liar.

He cupped her face.Two years with you is but a second. Time is never long enough when I am with you, but if you are not beside me-—He took a deep breath.I am terrified they’ll make you realize you’ve been blind all along.

She didn’t answer right away, causing her master to tense.

Then she was shaking her head, causing his hands to drop. She reached up—-

A flick on his forehead, the pet chastising the master.

Who’s the idiot now?

His eyes narrowed.

Her lips formed a wobbly smile.I promise you, milord. I will teach them. I will make them see not all demons are alike.

Ah.

He kissed her forehead.I believe in you, ma threa.

He kissed her lips.Make me proud.

She closed her eyes, knowing that he was already saying goodbye.Yes, Master.

When Zari opened her eyes, her Master was gone, like he had never been there at all.

Chapter Five

Zari’s first school had been La Scala Legaturia, which in English translated to the School of Bonds. It had been a training ground for human pets, an ancient structure possessing a remarkable Gothic beauty. ANEX, on the other hand, was a surprising opposite, boasting of all the modern amenities of a five-star resort—-

As well as the most advanced defenses,she couldn’t help thinking,one would expect from Fort Knox.

With dawn just about to approach, the school grounds were completely quiet, with only a few people milling around, going about their business. There was a man trimming the bushes, a woman sweeping the pathway leading to one of the dormitories, and there was even someone dangling an incense burner in the air, murmuring incoherently under his breath.

Following her student’s gaze, Soleil explained, “It’s to strengthen the warding spells.”

“But we’re already in Chalys,” Zari ventured. “Isn’t this supposed to be the safest place for otherworlders?”

“From humans, yes,” Soleil agreed, “but from otherworldly attacks? We never rule out the possibility that the demons of Sulphur would one day break the truce and invade this place.”

“What for?”

Soleil didn’t answer, but the silence was enough.

For people like her,Zari realized.

When the tour around the campus ended, Soleil faced the quiet girl beside her. “Do you have any questions?”

“No, milady.”

“Please don’t worry about your safety, Lady Zari.”

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