Crowned by Fate by Author T.S Novel

Chapter 69 " Fartings ? " Nadia's confusion was evident even in the dim light of our pin tell . Her eyebrows forrowed as she stared at my remaining ritering I glanced trward the guard stationed outside om cell before establishing the mind lak connection with Nadia . The mental brides between on hunnid with energy as I projected my thoughts carefully , Not just any earrings , I explained , my mental voice tesse with ingemy . They're from Lydia - a birthday gift .

The teri hollow and containe powder eyes widened slightly , the only visible traction to the revelation . Wolfbane ? As in the poison ? I nodded almost imperceptibly . A specific variant that induces temporary paralysis in werewolves . If ingested , it causes a cona - like state for several hours . And you've been carrying this around in your jewelry ? There was a note of incredulous admiration in Nadia's mental voice .

Lydia insisted , I replied , remembering the enigmatic smile on the scarred woman's face as the persented the delicate siber pie pieces to me . For your protection , " she'd said . " May you never need to use them , but should danger find you …… . " A hollow laugh echoed in my mind . I never imagined I'd need them Nadia's gaze shifted toward the guard , then back to me . So what's the plan ? Somehow trick our friendly watchdog into swallowing poison ? Her mental tone dripped with sarcasm .

Even if we could get him to ingest it , we're still locked behind these bars . We can't even reach him . She was right , of course . The cell bars stood between us and the stoic guard who maintained his position several feet away . Even if we somehow managed to poison him , the heavy lock on our cell door would remain an insurmountable obstacle . 1 sighed , allowing my shoulders to slump in temporary y defeat .

The plan had seemed brilliant for all of the seconds before reality crushed it beneath the weight of practicality . The stone floor radiated cold through my thin clothing an night deepened around us . Desert nights were unforgiving - scorching days gave way to freezing darkness with little transition . I shivered imvoluntarily , and Nadia shifted cloer , sharing what little body heat remained between us .

We should rest , " I whispered , not bothering with the mind - link for such an innocuous statement . Conserve our strength for whatever tomorrow brings . " Nadia nodded , her dark eyes reflecting the moonlight that filtered through the small , barred window high above . We settled against the cold stone wall , pened shoulder to shoulder for warmth and comfort . The irony wasn't lost on me . Just days ago , we'd been at odds met Adrian , tension crackling between us like static electricity .

Now , facing a common enemy , those petty conflicts seemed as distest and incomequential as itaru " I never thought I'd say this , " Nadia mumed , her voice harely audible , but I'm glad you're here with me I tumed to look at her , surprised by the admission ' Not glad you're captured , the clarified quickly . That if I had to face this nightmare with someone , I'm glad it's someone as resourceful as you . " smileged at my lips .

" High praise , coming from Oasisborns fierce Bela " Aamali ur " Don't get used to it ," she replied , but there was no hate in her words . We fell into silence , each lost in our own thought as exhaustion gradually pulled us toward uneasy sleep . Morning arrived with howey lootsteps and the metallic clang of the uterungen door , Ljerked wake , instantly alert as metallic , like blood mixed with expensive ulogne - mached us secunds before he appeared .

He strode into the dungeon with the unident ag mage of a man who owned everything he surveyed , followed by two warriors distinctive scent - thi 1/3 Chapter 69 tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee and warm brad made my stomach clench painfully , reminding me how long it had been inte " Good morning , lallies , Kane greeted us with exaggerated cherr , as if we were puests at a dorury resort . alept well Stone floor provide nick excellent humbar support , don't pro seres ?

Neither of us dignified his mockery with a response . Kane merely chuckled , gesturing for his men in place the trays on the floor and slide them toh Be nazrow gap beneath the cell bars . " Coffee , sandwiches I've been told the ham is particularly good . He watched with evident amusement as we eyed the food with equal parts hanger and unpicion . " Oh , it's not poisoned , Iasone you . What would be the point ?

Tinite far more valuable to me My gaze flew to his face at the mention of poisons , but his expression revealed nothing beyond smug self satisfaction . Before I could reach for the coffer , Kane prilled out his plene , holding it up with the camera pointed toward un " Smile hay Adrian , ladies . Let's show him you're being terated humanely . "- " You've contacted Adrian ? I asked , unable to keep the eagerness from my voice. Kane ignored my question , his smile per reaching his cold eyes .

" Come now , at least try to look pleasant . No one wants to see such gloomy the impression I'm mistreating you . " The camera clicked , capturing our disheveled appearance and defiant glares . Kane examined the photo with apparent satisfaction before tucking the plane Twenty four hours , he announced , turning to leave . " Your precious Alpha has until tomorrow morning to make his decision .

For your saken , I hope he The heavy vy door closed behind him with finality , leaving us alone with the guard and our breakfast trays . I immediately estab ed the mind - link . I have an idea , I projected , keeping my expression neutral as I examined the food . Let's hear it , Nadia responded , watching me carefully , I can put the wolfsbane in my coffee , dink it , and take a severe medical emergency .

When they take me to a hospital , you insist on coming to ensure my safety or outside the compound , we find a way to escape Nalia's eyes widened . Are you insane ? You want to poison yourself ? It's not fatal , I assured her . Just temporary paralysis . Absolutely not ! Her mental voice was fierce . I'm not letting you risk your life on such a desperate gamble . If anyone should do this , it should be me . That makes no sense , Nadia countered .

You have woll stent - your more skilled at hiding . I should take the poison while you create the diversion . You'd have a better chance of escaping and teaching Adrian . Before Nadia could respond , I reached up and carefully removed my remaining extring . With practiced fingers , I located the tiny hidden clasp at the base and twisted it open . A fine white powder spilled into my palm - barely enough to fill a thimble , but more than sufficient for its purpose .

Skye , dont - Nadia's warning cante bou late . In one swift motion , I tipped the powder into my coffee cup , watching as it dissolved instantly in the dark liquid . I raised the cup , preparing to drink , when Nadia lunged Borward . Her hand shat out , grasping the cup and yanking it from my grip . Before I could react , she had raised it to her own lips , her eyes locked with mine in a Crowned by Fate