Chapter 45 I just love these two, so perfect together Chapter 45 It took her longer than expected to find the blade that she'd purchased from the market, but once she did, she brought it and the aloe wood with her. Standing at his side, she looked down and admired the lines of his jaw and strong nose. Does he truly mean it? She had to know. "Dax? His blue-on-blue e opened and connected with hers, speeding her heart rate up. "Yes?" She watched his mouth as he spoke. eyes "Do you truly wish for me to shave it all off?" She tracked the thick hair that covered nearly the whole bottom half of his face. He looked distinguished, if only a little disheveled. "It's beautiful." That last bit slipped out, and her eyes greir big as she pulled both her lips between her teeth and bit down. Oh, y Goddess! Did I just say that? And then he smiled. His white teeth were bright against the darkness of his beard, and she felt her heart jump. He'd never truly grinned at her, and she wasn't sure she could handle it if he continued. "I'm beautiful?" Oli Goddess, help me! She continued biting hard on her lips. It was becoming painful, but she'd take the pain if it stopped her from saying something else ridiculous. er like a d He laughed then, and the sound slid through her like a drug, heightening her senses. "Yes. Don't remove all of it, but trim it close my face." And then he relaxed his head again and closed his eyes. She lathered his hair down with as much aloe wood as she could and was mere inches from his face when he spoke, startling her, "Tell me of your time at Visca's. What was your life like? Have you been there since the accident?" "Dax! You can't speak or move while I'm trimming. I could cut you." He simply smiled again. "I mean it!" "Okay, Princess." Princess. She shivered but began sliding the comb and blade through his thick hair as she spoke of her time at Visca Castle. "Hard. They looked at me like I was a spy from Rebecca. Everything I did was questioned. They spoke almost daily of the betrayal that was done to them. They still cling to their innocence, you know." She pulled the blade back, preparing for him to answer. "Hamm, I wouldn't doubt it." She bit her bottom lip momentarily before continuing. "The day I arrived, they stripped me in front of all of their staff and lashed me with the whip. Exclaiming to the rest of their people that they would waste no time in disciplining those who went against them." She barely had enough time to pull the blade back as he opened his eyes to look at her. They were the metallic silver of his Wolf. "They beat you without any season?" It was like watching multen silver come alive as they swirled around the black ball in the middle. "Mmhmm. I get it, though. I didn't at the time, but after living with them, I realized that they were angry. Who else did they have to take it out on?" She sluugged lightly. "I wish I could say it got better from there, but... it didn't." She hated talking badly about any Master that she had had. It had been ingrained into her, literally whipped into her, that she should not speak poorly about her Masters. Princes. The word gave her courage and reminded her that she was no longer a slave. "What do you mean? How could it get worse?" His eyes moved rapidly then, meaning he was fighting intense emotion. It confused her. She understood that he'd probably grown attached to her over the last couple of months, but that wouldn't explain the swirling silver she saw in his eyes. "I was punished for almost any mistake. Mine or another's. It didn't matter. I'd lose my shoes or food rights for the kitchen overcooking the eggs. If I were lage when called, and sometimes even when on time but not fast enough, I'd be lashed. After a while, my back grew so scarred I didn't quite feel it when my ski broke open, but that didn't stop infection from coming." She stopped then, remembering back to her fever-induced hallucinations. If it hadn't been for the cook bringing onion and garlic to seep out the infection, the probably would have died. Title: A Tangle of Love (English-dubbed) In "A Tangle of Love," a captivating romance unfolds within a unique observation show where participants navigate intricate relationships, love triangles, and power dynamics. Set against the backdrop of modern-day complexities, this ongoing series delves into themes of reincarnation, revenge, and personal transformation. Follow the journey of diverse characters as they grapple with misunderstandings and emotional conflicts while vying for love and success. As the drama unfolds, one couple emerges from the chaos, showcasing a remarkable glow-up that defies expectations. What sets "A Tangle of Love" apart is its blend of billionaire lifestyles, contemporary romance dynamics, and the allure of second chances. Dive into this enthralling narrative available to read online at CrushReel for a compelling exploration of love's complexities in a world where power and passion collide.