Let Me Go, My Mafia Husband by Paga Slayer

Chapter 557 Entry Of The Villain

Arabella found herself confined within the palace walls, restricted from venturing beyond her room whenever Alpha Alexander was present. Her freedom was tethered to his comings and goings, limited to the moments when he departed for work or meetings. The arrangement left her feeling like a captive in her own home. Amidst the vastness of the palace, she found solace only in the company of a few trusted servants and maids, who were permitted to converse with her and cater to her needs. The library became Arabella's haven, a sanctuary where the pages of books offered her an escape.

"I need the book called Knight of the Crimson Moon. Have you found it?" she inquired, her voice laced with frustration.

"I scoured the library thoroughly, my lady, but regrettably, it remains elusive," the maid responded cautiously. "If you wish, I can retrieve another book for you," she offered.

"Leave it," Arabella waved her hand dismissively. "I'll find it myself."

"Wait, my lady," the maid attempted to intervene, but Arabella pressed on without halting.

"Alpha Alexander has departed for work, which means I can finally roam around the palace," Arabella muttered to herself as she hurried toward the library. It had always been her sanctuary, a place where she found solace, yet the Alpha's presence had barred her from indulging in her love for books.

Stepping out of her room, she noticed the hushed atmosphere that enveloped the palace. Servants bustled about, engrossed in their daily tasks. Determined, she made a beeline for the library. There, she could immerse herself in the world of literature, a refuge from the constraints imposed upon her.

As Arabella entered, the librarian stood up immediately upon spotting the Queen, greeting her with the utmost respect.

"My grace," the librarian said.

Arabella nodded in response and, with her head held high, she swiftly entered the library.

"My grace, would you like some books?" inquired the librarian.

she yearned for the simplicity of fresh air and space beyond those luxurious walls. "What more could I possibly find in this library?" Arabella

the librarian, a hint of urgency in

absentmindedly replied, her focus still fixed on scanning the racks for the

book is with me," a sudden male voice pierced the air, causing Arabella

instinctively sought cover behind a nearby rack of books. The unexpected voice could

here? Shouldn't he have been

aroma wafted through the air, drawing her attention Alexander's voice held an

stirred within, reacting to an unfamiliar sensation.

before. Why was

inexplicable

wasn't

urgency and breathlessness. Arabella sensed his approaching presence through the heavy, rapid footsteps

and don't come any closer. I am King Zephyr's

stepbrother," Alexander explained, his voice strained, still trying

had never experienced such intense feelings for any woman before, and the fact that it was directed towards his stepbrother's wife felt inherently wrong, yet it didn't feel wrong

here when my husband is away,"

even though she couldn't see him. He remained silent, standing there and

pleaded,

the desk," he replied hastily before swiftly exiting the library. Once outside the palace, he sprinted away, his breathing heavy as he grappled with controlling

occurred had he stayed. The tumultuous struggle within him left

a rush of relief flood her senses. Emerging from her concealed spot behind the book rack, she cast her eyes around the room and spotted the sought-after book