Mysteries of Riverwood

Chapter 23 :- Ꮇ 𝑦 𐐛օv𝖊

I stood there, my mind racing with a mix of fear and confusion. It felt as though the world had suddenly shifted, and I found myself caught in a web of uncertainty. I had made a decision to change myself for the better, to become a more compassionate and kind person. But now, it seemed that my life was spiraling out of control.

Dizziness washed over me, leaving me feeling disoriented and vulnerable. Was this the price I had to pay for trying to better myself? I couldn't help but wonder if this was how my life was destined to be - a mere puppet under her control. She had somehow gained power over me, and I feared the consequences of even the slightest mistake or disobedience. She could even go after the caretakers at the orphanage, and their families too.

The weight of her influence was suffocating. I couldn't shake the thought that she held the lives of innocent people in her hands. She had mentioned being a drug dealer, and with that came money and power. It seemed she was here to recruit individuals to carry out her illicit activities, and now, I found myself trapped in her grasp.

I wiped my tears and slowly made my way towards the door of my room. With a heavy heart, I opened it and closed it behind me, seeking solace in the comfort of my own space. As I entered my room, I let out a deep sigh, reminding myself to stay calm and composed. Anyway what happened, happened I have to think about my next move or I will lose something else again.

Just as I settled onto my bed, the door creaked open , revealing Alice standing there in her pajamas, she closed the door, walked towards me and took a seat beside the bed, her presence instantly bringing a sense of warmth and comfort. Without hesitation, she gently lifted my head and cradled it in her lap, her touch soothing and tender. I looked up at her, surprised by her gesture, and met her gaze as she began to stroke my hair with delicate fingers.

Concern etched on her face, Alice asked, "What's wrong? You look pale. Did something happen?"

I hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. But the sincerity in her eyes compelled me to be honest. "Nothing," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.

Seeing through my facade, Alice continued to gaze at me intently. "Don't lie to me," she urged softly. "Tell me, what were you thinking about all this time that you were so focused, forgetting to join us and eat your dinner?"

Jeez, I forgot about dinner, I mustered the courage to ask her a question that had been haunting me. "Alice, I want... an honest answer. What do you even see in a guy like me?"

Her expression softened, and she replied, "I think someone has made you believe that you're a bad person, or perhaps you think of yourself that way."

I took a deep breath, gathering my courage to open up to her. "I am asking a genuine question here," I replied, my voice wavering slightly.

I continued "I am so rude, reckless and arrogant, I feel like I am a terrible person."

As she drew nearer, her luscious locks cascaded down, caressing my cheek with their gentle touch. I felt her sweet breath upon my mouth, and the world around us seemed to fade away. In that moment, nothing else mattered but the warmth of her lips upon mine. It was a kiss that spoke volumes, a tender embrace that conveyed a promise of unwavering support and unconditional love. As our lips met, a wave of passion surged through me, filling me with a sense of security and comfort that I had never known before. It was a moment, a moment that I would cherish forever.

After a few seconds, she broke the kiss, her eyes searching mine for any sign of doubt. With a voice filled with conviction, she spoke, "No matter what anyone else says about you, no matter what you happen to think of yourself, I love you with all my heart. I mean it. Just being around you fills my heart with so much joy. I am crazy about you. I want to be with you all the time. I want to hold your hand all the time. I want to be in your arms all the time. You could sit here and come up with the 100 things you hate it about yourself. I will just reply with 2,000 things that I love about you. Got it?"