Chapter 16: Caught in the Act

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[Knight Mansion – Midnight]
The room is dark and silent, except for the soft sound of breathing. Aurora is curled up against Aria, her tiny arms wrapped around her waist. Aria sleeps peacefully, her hand resting protectively on Aurora’s back. On the other side of the bed, Eliza lies awake, watching them.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Muttering* I can’t stay here… I have to leave.
She slowly sits up, careful not to make a sound. Her heart pounds in her chest as she reaches for Aurora.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Softly* Baby… it’s Mama. Let’s go, okay?
Aurora stirs but doesn’t wake up. Eliza carefully lifts her into her arms. She holds her tightly, trying not to cry.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Whispering* I won’t let her take you from me.
She moves towards the door, every step slow and cautious. Just as she reaches for the doorknob—
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Coldly* Leaving so soon?
Eliza freezes. Her entire body stiffens. Slowly, she turns around. Aria is awake, her sharp eyes glowing in the darkness. She’s sitting up, watching her like a predator ready to pounce.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Stammering* I—I was just—
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Tilting her head* Running away in the middle of the night? How cowardly.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Angrily* I wasn’t running away! I was taking my daughter home where she belongs!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Smirking* Your daughter?
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Glaring* Yes! She’s mine! You have no right to keep her!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Slowly standing up* Is that so? Then why is she clinging to me even in her sleep?
Eliza looks down. Even in her arms, Aurora’s tiny fingers are still gripping onto Aria’s shirt.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Tightening her grip* That doesn’t mean anything! She’s just confused!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Walking closer* Confused? Or comfortable?
Eliza steps back, but she’s already against the door. There’s nowhere to go. Aria stops just inches away, towering over her.
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Softly, but dangerous* Where do you think you’re going, Eliza?
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Voice trembling* Anywhere away from you!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Leaning closer* Tsk, tsk… you really think I’ll let you go after finding you again?
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Furious* You don’t own me, Aria!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Smirking* Don’t I?
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Breathing heavily* You’re insane! You can’t just take Aurora like she’s some—
Aurora Walton
Aurora Walton
*Sleepily* Pretty Lady…
Eliza freezes. Aria watches her reaction, a smug look on her face.
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Mockingly* What was that, little one?
Aurora Walton
Aurora Walton
*Yawning, eyes half-open* Mama… Pretty Lady is warm…
Eliza’s heart shatters. Aria sees the pain in her eyes and leans even closer, whispering.
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Softly* Face it, Eliza… You lost.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Shaking her head* No… No, I won’t lose her to you!
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Chuckling darkly* You already have.
Eliza grips Aurora tightly, her breathing uneven. She can’t fight Aria. Not like this. Not now.
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Gently reaching out* Come on, little one… let’s get back to sleep.
Aurora shifts, reaching for Aria. Eliza’s hands tremble as she hesitates—she doesn’t want to let go, but Aurora is already slipping away.
Eliza Walton
Eliza Walton
*Softly* She’s mine…
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Lifting Aurora easily* Not anymore.
Eliza watches as Aria cradles Aurora, effortlessly winning her over. Her chest tightens. She wants to scream, but no words come out.
Aria Knight
Aria Knight
*Turning away* Now go back to bed, Eliza. You’re not going anywhere.
Eliza clenches her fists. Aria has won this round. But she won’t give up. Not yet.
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To Be Continued.....
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Preet Sharma

Preet Sharma

I don't understand is aria the villain or the hero can u give an introduction about the characters?

2025-03-10

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Sweet Lover

Sweet Lover

if anyone is interested in bl story please check mine story 🥺🥺🥺

2025-03-10

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♡Evelyn~⁠♪♡

♡Evelyn~⁠♪♡

you will know in the next chapter 😌

2025-03-10

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