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THE NIGHTMARE Chapter 56
make sure Catelyn was still playing safely in the garden, I looked through the trees.I only caught a glimpse of her back as her mother shamelessly called her into the cottage.My time with her was ruined by those foolish rebels.I moved the memory to a different memory that I wanted to show Catelyn.In order for her to comprehend what I had done for her throughout her entire life, there were so many situations to demonstrate to her.I wanted to ensure that the best scenes that demonstrated my intentions were shown to her.I made the decision to shift the focus of the memory to one of the occasions when her mother forgot to pick her up from school.My heart broke for her; she was about nine years old.I often considered murdering Ysanne and stealing Catelyn away in response to her mother's appalling neglect, but I always resisted.Killing her mother was not a good first step toward my goal of not making Catelyn afraid of me.As Catelyn sat on the concrete slab in front of the school, I observ
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“Doing better?"Sincerely, I replied, "Yes, thank you."Before launching into an answer to my questions, he gave a calm nod:I realized that in order to keep a closer eye on you, I needed to spend more time with other people as you got older.People are consumed by the idea of being wealthy, and the wealthiest individuals generally have complete freedom of movement.I decided that it was time to start my own business in the human realm because I was getting tired of coming to see you at night or disguised."That's why you started the Restoration company group?"He nodded and said, "Yes, being close to you was the most important reason, but I had also developed a genuine curiosity about how people think and work."I set out to change the bad aspects of the health sector in your community with Restoration.For instance, in some schools and recreational activities, I had discovered a bias against sicker children.A child who has had his or her arms amputated shouldn't have to watch as his or he
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“Not until I saw you...” His voice was so reassuringly reassuring.I was speechless as his revelation caused my lips to split.Even though he didn't always act in the right way, he was always charming me with his sincerity and passion. He also knew how to say the right things.I wished I could comprehend my own emotions to make him feel loved, but my feelings were so erratic.I was too ashamed to tell him a lie.I was certain there was a spark between us.But was it love, or did I really believe that we were meant to be soulmates and would spend the rest of our lives together?He approached me slowly and then knelt at my feet.I awkwardly massaged his scalp as he sat his head on my lap.As he took in my touch, he wrapped his arms around my waist.You gave me the motivation to be more than just a servant and the courage to want to make my own decisions.Why, then, would you wish me the same fate?You have taken away my freedom to make my own decisions and turned me into a servant.I made an effor
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I hoped he could see that my apology meant everything I said.Although he kept his face emotionless as he spoke, I observed his jaw clench and unclench several times as I kept my gaze fixed on his.You did not merit any of that suffering.I said, "I am so very sorry, I now see that clearly," and as I started to walk toward him, he scoffed."If you were useless to me, why would I give you some of the best gifts in the world to celebrate your birthday?"I just shrugged.I thought you were doing that, maybe to get me to relax around you or to tighten your grip on me.Now that I was close enough to touch him, I started sweeping my fingers along his cheeks by raising my left arm.That is fascinating.So tell me, did my constant presence and gifts over the years have such little significance to you?After a brief pause with my arm in midair, I let it fall slowly.I heard a low whistle from the patrol team outside.Someone whistled back in response after a few minutes.I let go of my arm as a new fe
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I mentally prepared to ask the questions that had been bugging me for the past week as we sipped our drinks in silence.I had been wondering about my powers and whether I could control them.Since Balrus and I were attacked that day by rogues, I was still unable to use my power."Do you have any knowledge of my powers?"After finishing my mimosa, I finally let out my words.He gave a head shake.Actually, no.Although I've never trained a hybrid before, you have the same firepower as I do, which is fairly simple to master.Due to your witch genetics, I'm not sure if your powers have different limitations.I gave a heavy sigh.When you first brought me here, we were attacked by the rogues. I tried to use my power to help you, but nothing happened.I can't figure it out.I want to learn how to make the most of my abilities.I can't help fighting back because I don't want us to be attacked again.That day, I felt so useless.I felt as though I had let you down.On the padded couch, Valerian arose fr
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I was taken aback by it.I wasn't sure what to do."You respond by wrapping your arms around me and kissing me!"As my rage came to the surface, I could feel my cheeks being rubbed with tears of rage.As the muscle in his jaw twitched, he lowered his head in shame.I apologize if I've lost track of what you want from me.Over the years, you haven't always been clear."So now I am to blame?I told you I was willing to try to learn more about you!As I yelled at him, I pressed my fist against my chest."And I was treating you with respect and taking things slowly!"I laughed.Whatever.This is not what I need right now!He followed me as I turned on my heel and marched up the stairs while waving my hands in surrender."Catelyn, what do you want from me?"He turned me around to face him and grabbed my forearm.Do you wish that I carry you to my bed?"It doesn't have to end in sex just because I tried to kiss you!"I was outraged by his proclamation.Why must men always think in the opposite direction
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Valerian cleared his throat as he drew nearer to me.I asked, "When do you leave?" as I looked at him.“Immediately.”Are you going on your own?"No, he also asked for Ivan, so I'll be going with him," I replied."How much time will you be gone?"Knowing that I had almost not asked, I was so anxious.The short response is, "I'm not sure."I gave a nod and turned away from him.My throat became dry and my heart sank.How long does a tyrannical king require the general's presence or assistance?I thought.I couldn't think of a time frame that didn't make me feel down and put me in real danger of being alone.The longer version of that response states that I may be absent for a number of days at a time.I might even be gone for a week or more, depending on what he needs me to do.He opened my palm, gave me a kiss, and held my left hand in his right.I remained aloof and silent.He exclaimed softly, "Look at me, Catelyn."As I looked at him, I used my right hand to sweep my hair behind my ears."I p
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Miroslav MauraMy human wife, whom I deeply adored.Even after all this time, I was still haunted by my grief when she suddenly left me.It appeared as though a portion of her had returned through Catelyn, and I would have given anything to have her come back to me.I wasn't sure what to say to her about this.I was concerned that she would be terrified and make erroneous assumptions as a result.She should not have the impression that I only wanted her to replace my deceased wife.I did not intend that.I loved Catelyn for who she was as a person, but I wasn't sure if she would believe that.She still didn't believe in me, and if she knew the truth about my previous life before I became a monster, she would put up the walls around her heart that I had been trying so hard to tear down.She would never let me in.I had no choice but to tell her about it, even though it was something I shouldn't hide from her.I didn't see Maura when I looked at Catelyn.I loved Catelyn because she was so different