Chapter 37 My brothers 37My brothers 37My brothers 37 Chapter 37 The heavy breathing sounds coming from the room were heated and intimate. Tessa, familiar with Dominic's passion, immediately assumed Margaery and Dominic were already together. 46% 38 In a panic. Tessa didn't hesitate, pushing the door open. "Dominic, I-" she began, ready with an excuse, but the sight before her froze her words. Dominic stood there, eyes bloodshot, breathing like a hungry beast. "You're back?" Dominic rasped, the love potion burning through his veins. The sight of Tessa shattered his last shred of control. He called out to her, and the next moment, he picked her up and tossed her onto the bed. Then he pounced on her like a beast. "Dominic. What's wrong with you?" Tessa asked, pain radiating from the impact. She pushed against him, recognizing his unnatural state, but he was far too strong, driven by the drug's frenzy. Even in a brief moment of clarity, Dominic mistook her for Margaery. "Margaery. You think you can have Prince Dashnell? I won't allow it. Today, I take you. I'll ruin you myself." He began tearing ruthlessly at Tessa's clothes. "Dominic, stop. Be reasonable!" Tessa was terrified. Hearing Dominic's furious words, her heart sank with a chill. Tessa thought that Dominic had long lost his feelings for Margaery. But she never expected that he still had such deep- seated jealousy towards Dashnell and would do such a thing against her will. Only then did Tessa realize that when Dominic said, "You're back?" as she entered, he had been referring to Margaery, not her. She felt disgusted and struggled frantically. But Dominic was beyond reason. He pinned her arms and legs effortlessly, stripping her bare before claiming her with brutal force. Tessa struggled beneath him, despairing, one frantic thought piercing the haze: 'Margaery? Where is Margaery? Wasn't this trap meant for her?' Cold sweat broke out on her skin. A sense of impending doom washed over her, but it, too, was soon swallowed by the thick, drugged incense permeating the air. Meanwhile, in a narrow alleyway a street away from Pero Cela, a carriage stood silent. Inside, Dashnell's voice, gentle yet strained, murmured, "Margaery, hold on a little longer." But Margaery in his arms, consumed by the drug coursing through her, was beyond hearing. She clung to him, pressing feverish kisses against his neck. Her hands fumbled desperately to pull at his clothes. "I need it. Help me," Margaery murmured. Dashnell sighed. He cradled the back of her head, returning one of her frantic kisses softly. "I know. I know it burns. But not yet. His other hand pressed firmly against her lower back A stream of cooling energy flowed from his palm, gently pushing the invading heat of the drug out of her system. After a long while, Margaery calmed down and fell into his arms. Outside the carriage, Adam watched, his expression confused. "Your Highness, why didn't you accept it?" "Not yet," Dashnell replied, his voice low and firm. He would not take advantage of her vulnerability. It would dishonor her and cheapen what he felt. Dashnell's gaze turned icy as he looked outside the carriage. "It's time for the witness to act. Send Quinn." 1/3 Chapter 37 21 Aug "Yes, Your Highness." Adam snapped to attention, understanding gravity, and vanished into the shadows. 46% Back on the first floor of Pero Cela, the party raged on. Cups clinked, voices grew louder, and boasts and flattery filled the air as wine loosened tongues. Amidst the revelry, Joshua kept one eye fixed on the hourglass resting on a nearby shelf. "Time's up, he judged. He stood, feigning puzzlement. "Where is Dominic? He's been gone an age." "Right. Went to fetch Lady Margaery, didn't he?" someone slurred. "What are they doing up there all this time? We're practically drunk down here." "Maybe they decided to start the wedding night early," another voice bellowed, met with raucous laughter. "Come on, guys. Let's take a look." Fueled by alcohol and youthful audacity, a group of men began to sway their way towards the stairs, egging each other on. Avery and Joshua exchanged a swift, satisfied glance before hurrying after the crowd. They hadn't even reached the door when the sounds hit them-loud, unrestrained moans and gasps. A distinctly feminine. voice, pitched high with pleasure, cried out, "Dominic, faster. I'm almost there." "Well, I'll be damned!" one man choked out, recovering quickly with a lewd grin. "Lady Margaery's a wild one. Didn't see that coming. Actually going at it with Dominic right here." "Who knew she had it in her? That's incredible, huh?" another snickered. "Best party ever!" declared a third. Their crude commentary was interrupted by Dominic's guttural growl, clearly audible through the door, "I'm going to break you, you little slut." Everyone was stunned. "Lord Dominic's not exactly holding back either, huh?" someone snickered. "Sounds like he's lost his mind." "Yeah. Sounds like it's not their first time," another voice chimed in knowingly, "Grew up together, didn't they? Bound to have tumbled a few times before." The sheer explicitness of the sounds finally cut through the drunken haze. The hallway fell silent, the atmosphere shifting from amusement to awkward shock. Estelle flushed, shooting Joshua a look, "Lord Joshua. Is this why you invited us? To witness this? Your sister is certainly remarkable. Conducting herself publicly like this before she's even married." Nathaniel's expression was equally disturbed. He turned to Joshua, confused. "Lord Joshua, what's the meaning of this?" He had come today simply to improve his relations with the Wallen heirs, not to be an audience for such a scandalous display. The sounds confirmed Joshua's plan. He thought, 'Done. No matter the details, it's done. Once we drag them out for the crowd to witness, Margaery's reputation is a mess. 'Even if Dashnell likes her, he won't spare a look at her anymore. Dominic can take her as a concubine, and that's it. Joshua concealed his triumph behind a mask of embarrassment. "I-I had no idea they would behave like this," he stammered, spreading his hands helplessly, the picture of mortified innocence. "By the gods, today is truly eye-opening," someone declared loudly. "Lady Margaery is certainly unique among Sinderin's 2/3 11:01 Thu, 21 Aug Q Chapter 37 noble ladies. She'll be remembered." "Indeed. I've seen people having affairs, but I've never seen someone being so brazenly loud," another agreed. ༢ 46% As murmurs rippled through the gathered nobles, Avery's face burned red. Humiliation warred with fury. "Shameless on her. How could our family produce such a slut? It's unbearable. Stop them!" His shame quickly curdled into hatred. 'If only Margaery hadn't caused that scene at the Royal Medical Hall, Joshua and I wouldn't have resorted to this. Now the Chancellor's estate is tainted forever, tied to this slut. It's so disgusting,' he thought. Before the guards could even move, Avery rushed forward in a rage and kicked the door open. He roared, "Margaery, get out of here. What the hell are you doing?" I AD Comment Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!