Captivated by the Ruler of the Underworld

Chapter 179 How did Flora turn into Sylvester?

In Greafury, nestled within the grandeur of Dragon Manor, Lela had been less sensitive these past few days thanks to Flora's company. Her mind had seamlessly accepted that this was Sylvester's turf and with Flora by her side, no one dared

touch

her.

As a result, she'd been sleeping like a log.

Lying in bed, Lela shifted and snuggled into the arms of the person beside her. Still groggy from sleep, she hugged them, her whole body nestling into their embrace, her cheek rubbing against their chest.

Since childhood, Lela adored cuddles from her dad, kisses from her mom, and be the center of admiration. She was the cherished princess of the forest community, blessed with delicate features and a sweet disposition, doted upon by all her kin.

Her family was willing to indulge her every whim.

Even after the inhumane torture in the lab from the tender age of three, and after she found the light, Lela still couldn't deny her nature. She never lost herself. She was, and always would be, the forest's little princess.

Lela didn't immediately notice the difference in

finally pleased, had a smile tugging at his lips. This

his happiness disappeared when he heard Lela

Disappointment fell upon him.

under her arm, he hoisted her up, gazing at her sleepy eyes. Sylvester didn't hesitate to kiss her

wanted to

air, and as

Jealousy intensified within Sylvester.

exchanged only a few words with Lela, while Flora had monopolized her the rest of the

Lela felt sympathy for Flora, but this wasn't enough reason

jealousy, Lela could only hold him close to

smugness. It seemed Lela's heart and vision were still rightly centered on him. This realization brought

her head

gentle breeze of a summer morning seeped in, causing the sheer white curtains on the bay window to dance lightly. Sunlight bathed the couple, lending a mysterious, lazy charm to the scene, like a painting of a handsome man and a beautiful