The Luna's Oath

barely hear the engine roar to life over the rapid beat of her own pulse. Her body felt stiff, as though every muscle was locked in

. Who was he? Why had he bought her? What did he want with her? The qu

er, like she was being pulled away from everything she had ever known. She glanced out the window, watching as the forest gave way

She had no idea where they were going, or what would happen when they arrived, but she knew one thing - she had no control over this si

elt like an eternity

oth, low, and commanding, like the rumble of distant

d speak, but the silence between them felt suffocating. "W

eyes in the rearview mirror. "My name is Viktor Volkov." His tone was even, almost detached,

ted, the name unfamiliar.

u were sold to me for a reason." His voice dropped, becoming almost a murmur. "And that reason... is something I

out. What could she possibly have that would make her valuable to someone like him? Her

had a

oment she stepped out of the car, Selene felt small, insignificant. The city seemed so va

er chest. As they entered the lobby, a sleek, modern space that reeked of power and wealth, she felt out of place. The marble floors gleamed

tor said, his voice breaki

where Selene was nothing but a pawn. She could feel the weight of the expectations pressing down on

dn't help but wonder what awaited her at the top of this steel tower. Would she be locked in a gil

ay lined with dark wood paneling and soft lighting. At the end of the hallway stood a pair

elow, sleek furniture, and walls adorned with artwork that screamed of taste and wealth. But what caught her attention th

e the desk. His voice was cold, almost detached, but the

, her movements stiff. Viktor took his place beh

ot why I brought you here. I have plans for you, but you'll need to trust me. You have to bel

t him, didn't want his help. But something in her chest squeez

g - her life had already change

ce trembling despite her efforts to sta

u'll understand soon enough, Selene. For now,

Selene remained seated, her mind racing. What had she

a strange, inexplic