Chapter 85: Chapter 85

Alex pov.

For days now, I haven't laid eyes on Sierra (which was actually a good thing). I glide through my castle with a sense of pride, knowing that soon all of this will be mine.

The past few days have left me astounded. William hasn't driven me away or uttered a single complaint about Sierra. The thought of her has not crossed his lips.

I close my eyes, and a cool breeze gently passes through me, bestowing upon me a profound sense of calm and relaxation.

If Sierra hasn't returned yet, does it mean she might have gone with Henry?

Confusion engulfs me, and I struggle to discern my thoughts. It feels as if my mind is teetering on the edge of insanity. What if Sierra has informed him that I abducted her? Will all my plans crumble to dust?

Placing my hands on my head, I attempt to ease my troubled mind and temporarily forget about Sierra.

"I believe it is time for a walk downtown," I whisper with a smile, embarking on a journey beyond the castle walls.

The way the people show their respect fills me with immense joy, as though I have stepped into a heavenly realm. I am uncertain about what to do, so I decide to simply keep walking.

I come across a secluded spot and choose to retreat there momentarily to gather my thoughts.

I cannot comprehend why I feel apprehensive when I should be overjoyed, having attained everything I desired.

With a perplexed gaze, I look down at the ground, sensing an impending doom lurking nearby.

"Luna," I hear a voice call out, and upon looking up, I see Henry once again.

I study him as he stands there, observing me intently. Rising to my feet, I lock eyes with him.

"Are you following me everywhere now?" I ask, my voice laced with anger.

He chuckles, leisurely walking closer, clutching a piece of cloth in his hands. I stare at it, bewildered.

"And what is that?" I inquire, taking a step back as he continues to advance.

I saw this intriguing sight at the old house in the woods—the same one I noticed you emerging from the other night. To my surprise, I ventured inside and discovered a peculiar piece of cloth resting on the floor. A sense of curiosity overwhelmed me, and I couldn't help but wonder about its owner. Do you happen to know who possesses this enigmatic item?"

As I gazed at him, my heart raced with anticipation. However, just as I prepared to respond, my words became entangled in my throat, causing me to stutter.

"Um... and what... does that have to do... with me?"

His smile held a certain significance that unsettled me, and I instantly regretted venturing out of the castle in the first place.

"Your Highness, this cloth belongs to Sierra. I would like to understand why it was found there."

A silver thread of anxiety lodged itself in my throat as I glanced up at him, observing our surroundings. I noticed that we were alone, with no one else present except the two of us, standing in this moment.

"Is this how you treat your Luna?" I shouted at him, only for him to chuckle softly and move closer. His proximity was so near that I could feel his warm breath mingling with mine.

"Alex, I've made it clear that I have no intention of allowing you to replace Sierra. Don't misconstrue my intentions. Now, if you have any inkling of Sierra's whereabouts, it would be in your best interest to inform me immediately."

As he said that, with a loud voice and lifted his hands up as if he was about to hit me, I closed my eyes. But just then, I heard a loud voice behind him.

"Henry."

We both turned around, and I saw William looking at him angrily. At that point, I felt safe, and I acted by starting to cry.

I pushed myself away from Henry and ran over to William, hugging him with my face buried in his shoulder.

"He hit me so hard, and it hurt so bad," I said, an evil smile within me.

William pulled me away as he walked over to Henry, and I stood there, smiling.

"Do you dare to disrespect Luna?" he yelled at Henry. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next.

As I watched, Henry was about to speak, but William interrupted him, walking over to him.

"She will be my wife, so I think it's best if you start treating her kindly."

I smiled, feeling joy hearing him say those words. I looked at Henry, who stood up with a bleeding lip, and I stared at him.

"You should feel ashamed for the crimes you have committed, but no, you decided to cover up the crime and commit an even greater one. Sierra is out there with your child, and the person you planned on starting with is the same person who kidnapped her. You should feel shame, William, because the real William that I know would never be so foolish like you."

Without him finishing his words, another hit landed on Henry face, and I chuckled with joy.

"So, do you blame me, Henry? You think I don't know that you have been sleeping with her? That child in her womb can never be mine, and don't ever try anything foolish like this again in your life. I will marry Alex, and that's my final decision, and no one, not even you or Sierra, can stop me."

I walked over to where Henry was, looking down at him as he gazed back at both of us.

"You hear that, boy? So, I think you need to start treating me with respect, okay?"

I turned to face William, placing a kiss on his lips, and after I was done, I turned to look at Henry.

"See, I guess that answers your question."

I held William's hand and turned around with a smile. We both walked away, leaving Henry there to ponder if all of this was even real to him.